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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.
Matches
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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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.
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%).
Matches
Scotland denied penalties in narrow World Cup defeat to Morocco
Scotland lost 1-0 to Morocco in the World Cup, with two penalty claims rejected. Former referee Christina Unkel said one should have been given, while pundits disagreed. Coach Steve Clarke was uncertain about several decisions, including a yellow card that some argued should have been red.
Players
Hart praises Kane's penalty preparation
BBC World Cup pundits Joe Hart and Wayne Rooney analyze Harry Kane's penalty technique and the extensive work he puts into spot-kicks.
Players
Eze says he will take another penalty for England and won't change
Eberechi Eze says he is willing to take another penalty for England and will not alter his run-up, but plans to use the Champions League final to improve.
Players
Ryan Christie on Scotland Penalty Takers and Team Dynamics
Bournemouth midfielder Ryan Christie discusses Scotland's penalty takers and shares insights on his teammates in a quick-fire Q&A session.