Germany Knocked Out of 2026 World Cup by Paraguay on
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- Germany, four-time World Cup winners, were knocked out of the 2026 World Cup by Paraguay in a penalty shootout they lost 4-3.
- Paraguay advanced in the tournament after the match finished 1-1 through extra time, with the decisive penalty kicks separating the sides.
Why it matters: One of the most successful nations in World Cup history exits the 2026 tournament via penalties, with Germany — four-time champions — failing to advance past Paraguay and ending their campaign in the knockout stage.
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