Kai Havertz apologizes as Germany exits World Cup after loss to Paraguay
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 30, 2026, 1:16 AM
Last updated Jun 30, 2026
Germany was eliminated from the FIFA World Cup 2026 in the Round of 32 after a loss to Paraguay on June 29. Following the match, Kai Havertz expressed his disappointment, stating, 'I'm speechless,' and apologized to fans for the team's poor performance. This marks Germany's third consecutive disappointing tournament, failing to progress in the last two World Cups and European Championships. Havertz emphasized the need for self-reflection within the team to restore the national squad's historic status in football.
- •Germany lost to Paraguay in the Round of 32 of the World Cup.
- •Havertz acknowledged the team's poor recent performances.
- •This was Germany's first knockout appearance since their 2014 victory.
- •Havertz called for self-reflection among players after the loss.
- 1:16 AMYahoo Sports — Kai Havertz apologizes after Germany crashes out of the World Cup
"Havertz after Germany’s loss, “I'm speechless."
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