Overview
- Paraguay beat Germany on penalties after a 1-1 draw at Gillette Stadium in Boston on Monday, advancing 4-3 in the shootout to reach the last 16 of the 2026 World Cup.
- Julio Enciso put Paraguay ahead with a header just before halftime and Kai Havertz equalized early in the second half to force extra time.
- Jonathan Tah appeared to score for Germany in extra time but the goal was overturned after a VAR review that found an obstruction on Paraguay keeper Orlando Gill.
- The shootout turned on Orlando Gill's saves, including stops of Kai Havertz and Nick Woltemade, and José Canale converted the decisive penalty to seal the win.
- The result removes a favorite from the tournament and has prompted scrutiny of Germany's form while Paraguay's victory triggered widespread celebrations and leaves them awaiting the France or Sweden winner for the next round.