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Paraguay and Germany face off in World Cup knockout match

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 28, 2026, 10:51 PM

Last updated Jun 28, 2026

Paraguay and Germany face off in World Cup knockout match
Summary

Paraguay is set to play Germany in the World Cup knockout stage on Monday. Under coach Gustavo Alfaro, Paraguay advanced despite an opening loss to the United States and a 0-0 draw against Australia. Alfaro emphasized the significance of this opportunity, urging his players to embrace this moment as they strive to overcome their formidable opponent. Germany, coming off a recent win over the Ivory Coast, has had mixed results in their group. The successful team will likely face France next, should they win.

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  • •Paraguay aims for a shock against Germany in the knockout round.
  • •Paraguay advanced as one of the best third-placed teams.
  • •Germany won their group but showed vulnerabilities in recent matches.
  • •Gustavo Alfaro feels the match is a major opportunity for his players.
  • •The winner may face France in the next round.
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  • 10:51 PMYahoo Sports — Paraguay eye 'life-changing' Germany World Cup upset
What they're saying
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Paraguay coach Gustavo Alfaro told his players to grasp the opportunity of a lifetime as they aim to knock out Germany in a seismic World Cup shock on Monday."I told the players this is our first World Cup.

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