Paraguay defeats Germany in World Cup shootout upset

Germany’s World Cup 2026 journey ended in a stunning upset as they lost to Paraguay in a penalty shootout after a 1-1 draw in the round of 32. Paraguay took the lead with a header from Julio Enciso before Kai Havertz equalized for Germany. Despite a disallowed goal, the match proceeded to penalties, where Germany missed three kicks, allowing Paraguay to win 4-3. This marks Germany’s first penalty loss in World Cup history and their failure to reach the last 16 since 2014.

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