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Germany eliminated from World Cup after shock penalty shootout vs Paraguay
CBS Sports • • general
Key Points:
- Paraguay eliminated Germany in a historic upset after a tense penalty shootout, winning 4-3 following a 3-3 draw in regular and extra time.
- The match saw key moments including a disallowed German goal via VAR and crucial saves by Paraguay's goalkeeper Orlando Gill, who denied multiple German attempts.
- Paraguay took the lead in the 40th minute with Julio Enciso's header, marking their first-ever knockout stage goal, but Germany equalized through Kai Havertz in the second half.
- Despite Germany's dominance in possession and pressure, Paraguay's organized defense and composure in penalties secured their victory.
- Paraguay will face the winner of the France vs. Sweden match in the next round at the Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia on July 5.
