In a major upset in Foxborough, Massachusetts, on June 29, Paraguay stunned four-time world champions Germany to advance to the World Cup round of 16. The match, part of the FIFA World Cup 2026 last-32 stage, took place in Boston.
The two teams remained tied 1-1 after 120 minutes of play, including extra time. The contest was decided by a dramatic penalty shootout, which Paraguay won 4-3.
This result marks Germany's first-ever defeat in a World Cup penalty shootout. The loss sees the four-time champions exit the competition at the first knockout stage in what is considered one of the biggest upsets in the competition's history.