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Germany eliminated by Paraguay on penalties in World Cup last 32

Sky Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 30, 2026, 12:13 AM

Last updated Jun 30, 2026

Germany eliminated by Paraguay on penalties in World Cup last 32
Summary

In the FIFA World Cup Round of 32 match on June 29, 2026, Germany faced Paraguay in Boston. The game ended in a 1-1 draw after extra time, with Kai Havertz scoring for Germany and Julio Enciso netting for Paraguay. In the subsequent penalty shoot-out, Germany lost 4-3, marking their first elimination in a World Cup shoot-out. Notable moments included a controversial VAR decision disallowing a potential go-ahead goal for Germany. Paraguay will advance to face either France or Sweden in the next round.

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  • •Match held at Boston Stadium with 63,945 fans in attendance.
  • •Germany dominated possession but failed to convert chances in the first half.
  • •Jonathan Tah had a goal ruled out by VAR for a foul.
  • •Manuel Neuer saved a penalty but Germany ultimately missed three kicks.
  • •Paraguay's next match is against either France or Sweden.
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Germany lost a World Cup penalty shoot-out for the first time as they crashed out of the last 32 to underdogs Paraguay.

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