Paraguay beats Germany, Morocco knocks out Netherlands in World Cup shock

In the World Cup knockout round, Paraguay eliminated Germany after a 1‑1 draw was settled 4‑3 in a penalty shoot‑out. The match saw German captain Joshua Kimmich and midfielder Leon Goretzka decline to take penalties, leaving Jonathan Tah to score his first career spot‑kick, which was missed, allowing Paraguay to advance. President Santiago Peña later declared a national holiday to celebrate the historic win.

Later the same day, Morocco defeated the Netherlands 3‑2 in extra time. A 72nd‑minute goal by Cody Gakpo gave the Dutch the lead, but Ismaïl Aissati equalised with a header in stoppage time. Morocco created several chances in added time, and goalkeeper Yassine Bounou made crucial saves, while Ismail Sierra secured the victory with a late strike, sending Morocco to the round of 16.