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Paraguay defeats Germany in World Cup penalty shootout

Paraguay has advanced to the Round of 16 in the 2026 World Cup after defeating Germany in a penalty shootout. The match, held at Boston Stadium, was a knockout stage game. Germany's Kai Havertz scored a header to equalize the game, which was later decided by penalties.

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Paraguay defeats Germany in World Cup penalty shootout

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What Happened

Paraguay has secured a spot in the Round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup following a penalty shootout victory over Germany. The knockout match took place at Boston Stadium.

During the game, Germany's Kai Havertz scored a header to bring his team level with Paraguay. The match ultimately went to penalties to determine which team would advance.

Paraguay's coach described the win as 'extraordinary.' The outcome has been highlighted in relation to Germany's World Cup performance, with one report noting a record-breaking statistic for German goalkeeper Neuer that reflects the team's concerns.

Key Facts

  1. 1

    Paraguay defeated Germany in a World Cup match.

  2. 2

    The match was a knockout stage game for the 2026 World Cup.

  3. 3

    The game was decided by a penalty shootout.

  4. 4

    Paraguay advanced to the Round of 16.

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    The match was played at Boston Stadium.

  6. 6

    Kai Havertz scored a header for Germany to equalize.

How outlets are framing this

The same facts, told 5 ways. Read them side by side and draw your own conclusions.

yahoo-sportsYahoo Sports
Focuses on the dramatic victory and the coach's reaction to Paraguay's 'extraordinary' win.
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yahoo-sportsYahoo Sports
Provides live updates of the knockout match between Germany and Paraguay.
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yahoo-sportsYahoo Sports
Reports on Kai Havertz's crucial header that leveled the score for Germany against Paraguay.
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yahoo-sportsYahoo Sports
Draws attention to a specific statistic from goalkeeper Neuer as indicative of Germany's broader World Cup struggles.
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nypostNew York Post
Highlights Paraguay's stunning upset over Germany via a penalty shootout to reach the next round.
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Full Coverage

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Germany vs. Paraguay live stream: How to watch FIFA World Cup online, start time, lineup, odds
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Germany vs. Paraguay odds, prediction, time: 2026 World Cup Round of 32 picks by expert on 18-8 roll
Yahoo SportsYahoo Sports
Neuer's record-breaking stat sums up Germany's World Cup worries 😪
Yahoo SportsYahoo Sports
Watch live as Havertz heads relieved Germany level against Paraguay in last 32
Yahoo SportsYahoo Sports
Germany vs. Paraguay (live updates): 2026 World Cup knockout match at Boston Stadium today
Yahoo SportsYahoo Sports
🚨 It’s not over yet! Havertz sparks Germany into life
New York PostNew York Post
Paraguay stuns Germany in penalty shootout at World Cup to reach Round of 16
Yahoo SportsYahoo Sports
Paraguay coach salutes 'extraordinary' World Cup win over Germany

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Full Coverage

8 articles · chronological

CBS SportsCBS Sports
Germany vs. Paraguay live stream: How to watch FIFA World Cup online, start time, lineup, odds
CBS SportsCBS Sports
Germany vs. Paraguay odds, prediction, time: 2026 World Cup Round of 32 picks by expert on 18-8 roll
Yahoo SportsYahoo Sports
Neuer's record-breaking stat sums up Germany's World Cup worries 😪
Yahoo SportsYahoo Sports
Watch live as Havertz heads relieved Germany level against Paraguay in last 32
Yahoo SportsYahoo Sports
Germany vs. Paraguay (live updates): 2026 World Cup knockout match at Boston Stadium today
Yahoo SportsYahoo Sports
🚨 It’s not over yet! Havertz sparks Germany into life
New York PostNew York Post
Paraguay stuns Germany in penalty shootout at World Cup to reach Round of 16
Yahoo SportsYahoo Sports
Paraguay coach salutes 'extraordinary' World Cup win over Germany

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