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Julio Enciso scores historic goal for Paraguay against Germany

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 29, 2026, 9:30 PM

Last updated Jun 29, 2026

Julio Enciso scores historic goal for Paraguay against Germany

Summary

Julio Enciso scored Paraguay's first-ever goal in a World Cup knockout match, heading in a cross from Matías Galarza to give Paraguay an early lead against Germany. This goal came just weeks after Enciso suffered an injury that left him in tears during a warm-up game, raising doubts about his tournament participation. Paraguay, aiming to advance past the knockout stage for only the second time in their history, reached the Round of 16 with this being their fifth time out of the group stage. The match remains ongoing as Paraguay looks to maintain their lead.

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By the Numbers

•Paraguay leads Germany with a goal from Julio Enciso.
•Enciso's goal is the first for Paraguay in a World Cup knockout match.
•Paraguay has only won one previous knockout game, in 2010.
•The match remains in progress as Paraguay seeks to secure their lead.

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9:30 PMYahoo Sports — Paraguay star continues incredible form with historic goal vs. Germany 😯

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After being stretchered off in tears in Paraguay's final World Cup warm-up game, Julio Enciso could have been forgiven for thinking his dream was over. Just over three weeks later, he's living both h...
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