Germany, the four-time World Cup champions, have been knocked out of the 2026 tournament. They lost to Paraguay in a penalty shootout after the match ended in a 1-1 draw following extra time.
The Match That Went the Distance
From the start, both teams played hard. Germany scored first, but Paraguay fought back to level the score before the final whistle. Neither side could find a winner in regular time, so the game moved into extra time.
Extra Time Brings No Breakthrough
During the extra thirty minutes, both teams had chances but couldn’t convert. The goalkeepers made big saves, and the defenders blocked shots. After 120 minutes, the score was still 1-1.
Penalty Drama Decides the Winner
The shootout was tense. Paraguay scored four of their five penalties, while Germany only managed three. One German player missed, and Paraguay’s goalkeeper made a crucial save to seal the win. The final score was 4-3 on penalties.
Germany’s World Cup Journey Ends
The loss means Germany, one of the most successful teams in World Cup history, will not advance further. Paraguay moves on to the next round, celebrating a huge upset.