Paraguay eliminates Germany on penalties in World Cup 2026

Paraguay advanced to the round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup by defeating Germany in a penalty shootout. The match ended 1-1 after regulation and extra time, with Julio Enciso scoring for Paraguay in the 42nd minute and Kai Havertz equalizing for Germany in the 54th minute. In the penalty shootout, Paraguay won 4-3, marking the first time in history that Germany has lost a penalty shootout at a World Cup. Paraguayan goalkeeper Carlos Coronel saved two penalties, while German keeper Manuel Neuer saved one. For Germany, Jonathan Tah, Nick Woltemade, and Kai Havertz missed their spot kicks. This defeat marks Germany's third consecutive exit before the round of 16 in a World Cup tournament. Paraguay will face the winner of the France versus Sweden match in the next stage on July 5.