Germany’s flawless shootout legacy Ends in shock World Cup exit to Paraguay

ByKehinde-Hassan Afolabi

Paraguay pulled off a historic World Cup shock by eliminating heavy favorites Germany 4–3 on penalties after a dramatic 1–1 draw in the Round of 32.

Paraguay orchestrated one of the greatest upsets in FIFA World Cup history by eliminating four-time champions Germany in a gripping Round of 32 clash at Boston Stadium.

Following a tense 1–1 draw after extra time as Kai Havertz’s second half goal cancelled out Julio Enciso’s first-half header, the South Americans held their nerve to triumph 4–3 in a dramatic penalty shootout, sending the heavily favored European giants packing.

The stunning defeat extends Germany’s miserable modern record in World Cup knockout fixtures, marks their first-ever penalty shootout loss in tournament history, and seals their third consecutive premature exit from the global stage.

While Paraguay advances to face either France or Sweden in the Round of 16, Julian Nagelsmann’s squad returns home to face intense scrutiny.

Kehinde-Hassan Afolabi is a football journalist whose deep tactical understanding of the game makes him a standout, captivating audiences across print, audio, and video. His poetic background brings a unique rhythm and depth to his work, seamlessly transforming analysis into artistry. With a knack for narration and research, he captures the drama of the game beyond tactics and statistics, making each piece of his; a compelling blend of insight and storytelling.

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