Players
Kimmich: Players Take Responsibility for Defeat
Joshua Kimmich stated that the players on the pitch are responsible for the loss, not the coach, media, referee, or opponent.
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Kimmich: Germany Deserved Elimination, Struggled Against
Joshua Kimmich said Germany deserved to be eliminated and struggled badly in all three matches against teams that aren't world-class.
Players
Kai Havertz: Last Tournaments Were a Disaster, Players Must Reflect
Germany's Kai Havertz calls recent tournament performances a disaster and says players need to take a long, hard look at themselves, emphasizing the country's rich football history.
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Nagelsmann: 'I'm available to stay' as Germany coach
Julian Nagelsmann says he is willing to continue as Germany head coach if the DFB wants him, and is happy to prepare for the Euros and Nations League.
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Germany fans seek hope as Klopp looms after World Cup exit
Germany's early World Cup exit has sparked calls for Julian Nagelsmann's dismissal and a move for Jurgen Klopp. Fans and media question the team's direction after a penalty shootout loss to Paraguay, while structural issues in German football persist.
Matches
World Cup Fallout: Germany and Netherlands Exit in Penalty Shootouts
Germany and the Netherlands both exited the World Cup after dramatic penalty shootout defeats. Raphael Honigstein analyzes Germany's shock loss to Paraguay, while Humphrey Ker discusses Wrexham and spotting Swiss talent John Manzambi. Brazil and Morocco advanced to the last 16.
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Germany's World Cup exit: 'One way' no longer works
Analysts discuss Germany's World Cup exit after a loss to Paraguay, noting that their style of play is no longer effective.
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Germany's World Cup exit: Nagelsmann under pressure after Paraguay
Germany's World Cup campaign ended in the last 32 with a penalty shootout loss to Paraguay, sparking questions about Julian Nagelsmann's future as head coach. The defeat marks Germany's third consecutive early tournament exit.
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VAR controversy mars Germany's World Cup exit as disallowed goal
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.
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Germany eliminated by Paraguay on penalties at 2026 World Cup
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.
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Germany vs Paraguay: 2026 World Cup penalty shootout
Relive every penalty from Germany's last 32 match against Paraguay in the 2026 World Cup.
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Germany eliminated from 2026 World Cup on penalties after Tah miss
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.
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Brazil, Morocco, Paraguay advance in World Cup Round of 32
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.
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Paraguay stun Germany on penalties to reach World Cup last 16
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.
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Germany goal disallowed by VAR in extra time
Germany's Jonathan Tah had an extra-time goal controversially disallowed by VAR for a foul by Waldemar Anton on Paraguay goalkeeper Orlando Gill.
Players
Kai Havertz scores again for Germany with assist from Florian Wirtz
Kai Havertz scored again for Germany in a crucial moment, with an assist from Florian Wirtz.
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Germany come from behind to force extra time
Germany rallied from a deficit to level the match and push the game into extra time during the FIFA World Cup.
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Havertz equalises for Germany against Paraguay in last-32
Kai Havertz scored a header to level the score for Germany against Paraguay in their last-32 match.
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Paraguay take shock lead over Germany through Enciso
Julio Enciso scored to give Paraguay a surprise lead against Germany in the round of 32, potentially shaking the tournament favorites.
History
World Cup penalty shootout analysis: What the data reveals
With the 2026 World Cup adding a round of 32, penalty shootouts are expected to increase. Analysis of 320 spot-kicks since 1982 shows Argentina leads with six shootout wins, while Spain holds the record for most misses. Players going central score at a lower rate (61.6%) than those picking a side (over 71%).