Paraguay eliminates Germany on penalties in World Cup round of 16

Paraguay defeated Germany in the round‑of‑16 of the FIFA World Cup after a 1‑1 draw and a penalty shoot‑out. The match ended regular time tied at 1‑1, with Enzo Fernández giving Paraguay the lead before Kai Havertz equalised for Germany. An extra‑time goal by Jonathan Tah was disallowed for a foul on the Paraguayan goalkeeper, sending the game to penalties. In the shoot‑out, Paraguay converted all attempts – Mauricio, Gómez, Galán and Amir – while Germany missed three, including shots by Kimih, Musiala and Voltamade. Goalkeeper Manuel Neuer saved the decisive penalty, sending Paraguay to the quarter‑finals.

The loss marks a surprising early exit for the German side, prompting criticism of coach Julian Nagelsmann’s selection choices and calls for a review of the national team’s strategy ahead of future tournaments.