
Brazil Beat Japan, Advance to World Cup Round of 16
Brazil defeated Japan to secure a spot in the World Cup Round of 16. The match saw standout performances, with fans debating the Man of the Match.

Brazil defeated Japan to secure a spot in the World Cup Round of 16. The match saw standout performances, with fans debating the Man of the Match.

Germany's Jonathan Tah had a goal disallowed in extra time against Paraguay after VAR deemed a soft foul on the goalkeeper. The decision drew sharp criticism from Alan Shearer, Julian Nagelsmann, and Jurgen Klopp, who compared it to goals Arsenal score regularly. Paraguay won 4-3 on penalties after a 1-1 draw.

Four-time champions Germany were knocked out of the 2026 World Cup after losing 4-3 on penalties to Paraguay, following a 1-1 draw after extra time.

Relive every penalty from Germany's last 32 match against Paraguay in the 2026 World Cup.

Four-time champions Germany were knocked out of the 2026 World Cup in a penalty shootout. Jonathan Tah blazed over in sudden death before Jose Canale scored the winning spot-kick.

Morocco and Paraguay won penalty shootouts to eliminate the Netherlands and Germany, while Brazil scored a late winner to edge Japan and reach the last 16 at the FIFA World Cup 2026.

Carlo Ancelotti's composure under pressure helped Brazil overcome a 1-0 halftime deficit against Japan, advancing to the World Cup Round of 16. Players credit his calm demeanor and tactical adjustments for the comeback victory.

Japan's World Cup run ended with a 2-1 loss to Brazil in the Round of 32. Despite taking the lead through Kaishu Sano, second-half goals from Casemiro and Gabriel Martinelli sealed their fate. Players and coach expressed pride but also regret, vowing to use the experience as fuel for future tournaments.

Paraguay defeated four-time world champions Germany 4-3 on penalties after a 1-1 draw in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32. Julio Enciso scored for Paraguay before Kai Havertz equalized for Germany. Goalkeeper Orlando Gill saved two penalties to secure a historic victory.

Germany's Jonathan Tah had an extra-time goal controversially disallowed by VAR for a foul by Waldemar Anton on Paraguay goalkeeper Orlando Gill.