Germany exits World Cup to Paraguay, ending 72-year Adidas deal

In a surprising outcome during the Round of 32 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Germany lost to Paraguay in a penalty shootout after a 1-1 draw in regulation and extra time. This upset not only resulted in Germany's elimination but also abruptly ended its long-standing partnership with Adidas. The German national team's jersey manufacturer for 72 years, Adidas will no longer produce Germany's uniforms, with Nike set to take over in 2027. The loss marked the end of Germany’s previous perfect record in World Cup penalty shootouts, after Manuel Neuer's two saves were overshadowed by three missed penalties from teammates.

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