Paraguay defeats Germany in penalty shootout at World Cup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 30, 2026, 8:46 AM
Last updated Jun 30, 2026
Paraguay achieved a remarkable penalty shootout victory over Germany on June 29, 2026, in Boston. This win is hailed as one of the most significant in the nation's football history, evoking strong emotional responses from fans in both Boston and Asuncion. Goalkeeper Orlando Gill and defender Jose Canale became key figures, with Gill saving critical penalties and Canale scoring the decisive shot. Following the victory, Paraguay declared a public holiday to commemorate the achievement. This win boosts Paraguay’s momentum in the tournament.
- •Paraguay's win came in a dramatic penalty shootout.
- •Goalkeeper Orlando Gill and defender Jose Canale emerged as heroes.
- •The match took place in Boston on June 29, 2026.
- •Paraguay has declared a public holiday to celebrate the victory.
- •This win is considered one of Paraguay's greatest football moments.
- 8:46 AMYahoo Sports — Football Extra newsletter: Tears of joy as superhuman Paraguay stun Germany
"It was effort to a superhuman level from every single Paraguay player. For the fans here in Boston and those back watching in Asuncion it was an emotional experience bordering on a religious one by the end. This will go down in history as one of the nation's greatest days and in goalkeeper Orlando Gill and centre back Jose Canale they have new heroes for the ages.
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