Julio Enciso scores for Paraguay in World Cup penalty shootout victory
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 30, 2026, 2:12 AM
Last updated Jun 30, 2026
Julio Enciso scored the first goal for Paraguay in the 2026 FIFA World Cup match against Germany at Boston Stadium. The goal was later equalized by Kai Havertz, but Paraguay advanced to the last 16 after winning 4-3 on penalties. An emotional Enciso dedicated the victory to his late grandfather, expressing deep pride and belief in the team's potential. Paraguay will now face either France or Sweden in the next round.
- •Paraguay beats Germany in a penalty shootout, advancing to the last 16.
- •Julio Enciso scored Paraguay's first goal, later cancelled by Germany.
- •Enciso dedicated the victory to his deceased grandfather.
- •Paraguay's next match is against either France or Sweden.
- 2:12 AMYahoo Sports — Paraguay hero Enciso in tears after win: 'Best day of my life'
"The greatest moment of his football career so far also turned out to be one of the most emotional moments of his life. Julio Enciso scored the goal that paved Paraguay's path to the last 16 of the World Cup.
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