Paraguay advances past Germany in penalty shootout after broadcast cut
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 30, 2026, 5:35 AM
Last updated Jun 30, 2026
Paraguay's soccer team featured in a dramatic penalty shootout against Germany today, as fans missed crucial moments due to a feed interruption. When the broadcast returned, Paraguay had already triumphed 4-3 on penalties, securing a spot in the round of 16 for only the second time in their World Cup history. The victory prompted Paraguay's president Santiago Peña to declare a national holiday, celebrating the team's resilience and success. Paraguay's previous best was reaching the quarterfinals in 2010. The match concluded today, marking a historic moment for the nation.
- •Paraguay wins 4-3 in penalty shootout against Germany
- •Feed interruption left fans without crucial moments
- •National holiday declared by President Santiago Peña
- •Second time Paraguay reaches World Cup round of 16
- •Previous best quarterfinal finish occurred in 2010
- 5:35 AMYahoo Sports — 🎥 Suddenly the feed cuts out! Paraguay fans miss crucial penalty
"Imagine it’s a penalty shootout and you don’t even get to see the decisive kick? That’s what happened to these Paraguay fans. But see for yourself. A truly bitter moment that first turned into ...
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