Paraguay fans celebrate historic World Cup victory over Germany
Supporters in Asuncion have celebrated as Paraguay secured a penalty shootout win against Germany to progress in the 2026 World Cup.
By Europa Express30 Jun 2026 · 04:00 CETUpdated 30 Jun 2026 · 04:00 CET
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Core Briefing: Paraguay fans celebrate historic World Cup victory over Germany
Strategic Context: Supporters in Asuncion have celebrated as Paraguay secured a penalty shootout win against Germany to progress in the 2026 World Cup.
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According to Euronews, fans gathered in the Paraguayan capital of Asuncion to mark a historic upset in the 2026 World Cup. The match ended in a 1-1 draw after regular time, leading to a penalty shootout.
Paraguay ultimately defeated Germany 4-3 on penalties. The victory is being described as one of the most significant upsets of the current tournament.