Germany eliminated from World Cup after penalty loss to Paraguay

Germany faced a surprising exit in the World Cup, losing to Paraguay in a penalty shootout after a 1-1 draw on June 30, 2026. Julian Nagelsmann's team fell short after trailing at halftime to Julio Enciso's goal, but Kai Havertz equalized early in the second half. The match proceeded to penalties where Havertz missed the first shot, ultimately leading to Germany's elimination from the tournament in Boston. Following the defeat, former player Didi Hamann criticized Nagelsmann's management, questioning his commitment to observing players and suggesting a lack of team unity. Despite the criticism, Nagelsmann expressed a desire to remain in his position and prepare for future tournaments.

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