Paraguay Declares Holiday After World Cup Upset Over Germany

Paraguay's President Santiago Peña declared a national holiday on Tuesday to celebrate the national football team's unexpected victory over Germany in the World Cup 2026. The match, which took place on Monday, ended in a 1-1 draw after extra time, leading to a penalty shootout where Paraguay triumphed 4-3.

This victory is considered one of the biggest upsets in World Cup history. In his decree, Peña emphasized that the celebration transcended sports, reflecting the nation's pride and resilience.

He shared the decree on social media, highlighting the importance of this achievement for the Paraguayan people. This declaration marks Paraguay as the second South American country to announce a holiday in response to a surprising World Cup result, following Ecuador's President Daniel Noboa's declaration after Ecuador's 2-1 victory over Germany in the group stage.