Germany eliminated from World Cup after penalty shootout loss to Paraguay
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 30, 2026, 7:29 AM
Last updated Jun 30, 2026
Germany's exit in the last 32 of the World Cup came after a penalty shootout defeat to Paraguay. Despite a late disallowed goal in extra time by Jonathan Tah, Germany could not convert their penalties, with Kai Havertz and others missing crucial kicks. The defeat marks a continuing trend of early exits for Germany, following previous failures to reach the last 16 in the last three tournaments. This loss has drawn criticism in Germany, with some media outlets labeling it a 'disastrous performance.' The next stage of the tournament will advance without the four-time world champions.
- •Germany lost to Paraguay in a penalty shootout at the World Cup.
- •Jonathan Tah's header was disallowed after a VAR review.
- •Kai Havertz and others missed penalties for Germany.
- •This marks Germany's third consecutive World Cup knockout exit.
- 7:29 AMYahoo Sports — ‘Another nightmare’: German media react to shock World Cup exit at the hands of Paraguay
"Germany were knocked out the last 32 after losing a penalty shootout to Paraguay
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