Paraguay knocks out Germany in World Cup penalty shootout
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 30, 2026, 3:00 AM
Last updated Jun 30, 2026
Paraguay achieved a historic victory over Germany on June 30, 2026, eliminating the four-time champions in a penalty shootout after a 0-0 draw. The match, filled with tension and drama, concluded after 120 minutes of play and was marked by Paraguay's resilient defense against Germany’s dominance, where they held 75% possession. Jose Canale scored the decisive penalty for Paraguay, which had struggled offensively during the tournament, averaging only 0.78 goals per game in qualifiers. This victory marks Paraguay's first knockout win in the World Cup since 2014 and secures their place in the Round of 16, where they will face either France or Sweden.
- •Paraguay eliminates Germany in a penalty shootout.
- •The match ended 0-0 after 120 minutes of play.
- •Jose Canale scored the winning penalty for Paraguay.
- •Germany faced their first World Cup elimination via penalties.
- •Paraguay advances to face either France or Sweden in the Round of 16.
- 3:00 AMYahoo Sports — Inside Paraguay's tears of joy over their seismic World Cup shock
- 3:00 AMBBC Sport — Inside Paraguay's tears of joy over their seismic World Cup shock
"How Paraguay marked one of the biggest wins in their footballing history with euphoric celebrations.
"How Paraguay marked one of the biggest wins in their footballing history with euphoric celebrations.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 30, 2026, 3:00 AMInside Paraguay's tears of joy over their seismic World Cup shock
How Paraguay marked one of the biggest wins in their footballing history with euphoric celebrations.
- BBC SportJun 30, 2026, 3:00 AMInside Paraguay's tears of joy over their seismic World Cup shock
How Paraguay marked one of the biggest wins in their footballing history with euphoric celebrations.
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