Sports · 30 June 2026

Germany loses 4-3 penalty shootout, out of World Cup.

Four-time winners Germany are out of the 2026 World Cup after losing to Paraguay in a penalty shootout. The match ended 1-1 after extra time, with Paraguay winning 4-3 on penalties. This marks Germany's first World Cup penalty shootout loss.

By BriefTea Editorial · 30 June 2026 at 10:18

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