Germany exits 2026 FIFA World Cup after loss to Paraguay
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 2, 2026, 5:30 AM
Last updated Jul 2, 2026
Germany was eliminated from the 2026 FIFA World Cup following a 1-0 defeat to Paraguay in the Round of 32 on June 29 in Foxborough, Massachusetts. The team's performance was characterized by a record 55 crosses, with only 10 successful deliveries. This match marked Germany's historic low in duel success, winning just 47% of duels throughout the tournament. The defeat continues Germany's decline since 2016, where they have struggled to advance beyond the quarter-finals in major tournaments. The future of the team and its management remains uncertain as they consider necessary changes.
- •Germany lost 1-0 to Paraguay on June 29.
- •The team made 55 crosses, the highest in World Cup knockout history.
- •Germany's duel success rate was just 47%, the lowest since 1966.
- •This marks Germany's continued decline after successful runs from 2006 to 2016.
- •Changes are expected for the team and management in the aftermath.
- 5:30 AMYahoo Sports — The numbers behind Germany’s disappointing 2026 FIFA World Cup
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