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Paraguay celebrates World Cup victory over Germany with national holiday

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 30, 2026, 2:46 AM

Last updated Jun 30, 2026

Paraguay celebrates World Cup victory over Germany with national holiday
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Paraguayans celebrated on June 30 after their team achieved a historic victory over Germany in the World Cup, securing advancement via penalties. Thousands gathered in Asuncion, where President Santiago Pena declared a national holiday in commemoration. This victory marks only the second time Paraguay has won a knockout stage match in World Cup history. Despite two missed penalty kicks, Paraguay held their composure during the shootout. Next, they await the potential match against France, contingent on France defeating Sweden.

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  • •Paraguay defeated Germany in a World Cup shootout.
  • •President Santiago Pena declared a national holiday.
  • •This win is only Paraguay's second in World Cup knockout stages.
  • •Paraguay held their nerve despite missing two penalty kicks.
  • •They may face France next if France overcomes Sweden.
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  • 2:46 AMYahoo Sports — Mouse-that-roared Paraguay savors World Cup win over Germany
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The streets of Paraguay erupted Monday as people rejoiced in beating powerhouse Germany in the World Cup and the president declared a national holiday.Germany had never before lost a World Cup shootout, but Paraguay held their nerve -- even after two of their players missed kicks that would have sealed victory.

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