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Germany players reflect on loss to Paraguay in World Cup Round of 32

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 30, 2026, 3:35 AM

Last updated Jun 30, 2026

Germany players reflect on loss to Paraguay in World Cup Round of 32
Summary

Following a shocking World Cup elimination, Germany's locker room was silent after their Round of 32 defeat to Paraguay. The match saw Germany dominate possession and equalize through Kai Havertz but ultimately lose in penalties after Jonathan Tah's potential extra-time winner was disallowed. Players expressed their devastation, with captain Joshua Kimmich acknowledging the team's poor performance throughout the tournament. Coach Julian Nagelsmann criticized the officiating regarding the disallowed goal and expressed a desire to continue leading the team despite uncertainty about his future.

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  • •Germany lost to Paraguay in the World Cup Round of 32 on penalties.
  • •Kai Havertz scored for Germany, but a goal by Jonathan Tah was disallowed.
  • •Joshua Kimmich admitted Germany deserved to be eliminated.
  • •Coach Julian Nagelsmann called the disallowed goal a scandal.
  • •Nagelsmann's future as head coach is uncertain following the defeat.
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What they're saying
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Antonio Rudiger has given an insight into the mood within the German locker room after their stunning FIFA World Cup Round of 32 defeat to Paraguay on Monday

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