Paraguay and Morocco Upset Germany and Netherlands

In a dramatic round of 32 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Paraguay shocked Germany by winning 4-3 in a penalty shootout after a 1-1 draw. Julio Enciso scored first for Paraguay, but Kai Havertz equalized for Germany.

The match went to penalties after neither team could find a winner in extra time. Paraguay's composure in the shootout contrasted with Germany's failures, as Kai Havertz, Nick Woltemade, and Jonathan Tah missed their penalties, while Jo Canal converted the decisive kick.

This defeat marked Germany's first-ever loss in a World Cup penalty shootout. Meanwhile, Morocco eliminated the Netherlands in another upset, winning 3-2 on penalties after a 1-1 draw.

Codi Gakpo scored for the Netherlands, but Issa Diop equalized for Morocco in stoppage time. Yassin Bounou emerged as a hero in the shootout, making crucial saves, while Ismael Saibari converted the winning penalty.

Both Paraguay and Morocco advanced to the last 16, solidifying their reputations as surprise contenders.