Paraguay defeats Germany in World Cup Round of 32 shootout
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 30, 2026, 1:18 AM
Last updated Jun 30, 2026
Paraguay upset Germany in the World Cup Round of 32 match in Foxborough, Massachusetts, on June 29, 2026. After a 1-1 draw through extra time, Paraguay won 4-3 in the penalty shootout, with goalkeeper Jose Canale saving two penalties. Mauricio scored in the shootout, adding to his team's historic performance after a difficult group stage. The victory moves Paraguay into the Round of 16, marking a significant achievement for the national team.
- •Paraguay scored first through Julio Enciso in the 42nd minute.
- •Kai Havertz equalized for Germany 12 minutes after Enciso's goal.
- •The match ended 1-1 after extra time, leading to penalties.
- •Jose Canale was pivotal, saving two penalties in the shootout.
- •Paraguay qualifies for the Round of 16 in the World Cup.
- 1:18 AMYahoo Sports — Paraguay’s Mauricio sends strong message to the doubters after massive World Cup upset
"Paraguay midfielder Mauricio has heard all the talk before their World Cup Round of 32 match against Germany, saying that the national team’s doubters lit a fire under their bellies en route to producing one of the tournament’s biggest upsets…
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