Paraguay Shocks World, Eliminates Germany in Dramatic World Cup Round of 32
In a stunning upset at the 2026 World Cup, Paraguay advanced to the round of 16 after defeating Germany in a dramatic penalty shootout in Boston. The match ended 1-1 after 120 minutes, with Paraguay taking an early lead in the 42nd minute through Julio Enciso. Germany equalized with a goal from Kai Havertz, pushing the game into extra time and eventually penalties. Paraguay triumphed 4-3 in the shootout, marking Germany's first-ever loss in a World Cup penalty shootout and ending their campaign earlier than expected for the third consecutive tournament. The game featured intense drama, surprising goals, and significant VAR intervention, making it one of the most memorable matches of the tournament so far.
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