Germany Loses to Paraguay on Penalties in 2026 World Cup Upset
In the 2026 World Cup Round of 32 in Boston, Germany was eliminated by Paraguay in a 4-5 penalty shootout loss. Three German players missed from the spot, breaking Germany's historic penalty shootout reputation. The defeat marked Germany's third consecutive World Cup failure to reach the Round of 16. Reports revealed hesitation among German players to take a sixth penalty, forcing Jonathan Tah—who had never taken a competitive penalty—to step up and miss. The fallout included tears, coach Julian Nagelsmann’s uncertain future, and public reactions from Chancellor Friedrich Merz and Jürgen Klopp.
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Musiala Expresses Heartbreak After Germany's World Cup Exit
German footballer Jamal Musiala posted a heartfelt message on social media following Germany's elimination from the World Cup Round of 16 by Paraguay in a penalty shootout. He expressed deep disappointment, saying that letting down the fans who supported them in stadiums and worldwide is the most heartbreaking aspect. Musiala urged the team to regain energy and learn from the disappointment, thanking fans for their continued support.
虎扑 - 足球Kimmich expresses devastation after Germany's World Cup exit to Paraguay
Germany was eliminated from the World Cup in the Round of 32 after losing to Paraguay in a penalty shootout. Following the match, German captain Joshua Kimmich took to social media to express deep disappointment and self-blame. He stated that the failure 'breaks me deeply' and that it will take him more than a few days to recover. Kimmich thanked supporters and expressed pride in being captain, but lamented the team's inability to meet their goals. The article also includes a user comment criticizing the team's tactical setup.
虎扑 - 足球Tah: Missed Penalty 'Hurts' But I Will Step Up Again for Germany
German center-back Jonathan Tah expressed deep disappointment after Germany's shock Round of 32 elimination by Paraguay in the 2024 World Cup. In an Instagram post, Tah, who missed a crucial penalty, said the miss has replayed in his mind thousands of times and admitting it hurts. However, he vowed to take future penalties with absolute belief and confidence for Germany. Tah also expressed gratitude for representing his country in his first World Cup and thanked fans for their support. The defender emphasized that the team gave their all, and he will continue to move forward despite the painful exit.
虎扑 - 足球Waltermade Social Media Apology After Germany's World Cup Elimination
German international Waltermade issued a public apology on Instagram following Germany's shocking Round of 16 elimination by Paraguay in a penalty shootout at the World Cup. In a candid message, Waltermade admitted the team failed to meet their own high standards and external expectations. He stated his willingness to take responsibility for the outcome while acknowledging the painful consequences. The 22-year-old thanked fans for supportive messages and vowed that the team would bounce back. The news was reported by Hupu Soccer on June 30th, noted as '3 minutes ago' at publication time. Reader comments on the Hupu community expressed discontent, with some suggesting senior players should share the blame rather than leaving it to the younger Waltermade.
虎扑 - 足球Goalkeepers Briefed and Wacky Shots: Why Penalty Kicks Have Wreaked Havoc at World Cup Round of 16
On June 29, 2026, during the World Cup Round of 16 (incorrectly labeled as Round of 32 in text), two penalty shootouts between Germany vs. Paraguay and Netherlands vs. Morocco saw an unusually high miss rate of 50% (10 out of 20 attempts missed). Seven attempts missed the target entirely, while three were saved. Analysis from former goalkeepers Benoît Costil and Lionel Charbonnier attribute the failures to fatigue, emotional pressure, and increasingly complex penalty run-ups that disrupt fluidity. Goalkeepers are also better prepared, using video analysis of shooters. Notable highlights include Yassine Bounou's save without diving for Morocco and Achraf Hakimi hitting the post. The article argues the shootout is neither a lottery nor simple technique.
Home Football - actualitésKimmich Had to Choose Penalty Takers in Sudden Death and Goretzka Stepped Back
In a dramatic World Cup 2026 tiebreaker match between Germany and Paraguay, Germany's coach Julian Nagelsmann only defined the first five penalty takers before the shootout. As the match entered sudden death, Bayern Munich midfielder Joshua Kimmich was forced to make the critical decision on who would take the subsequent penalties. During this tense moment, Germany midfielder Leon Goretzka notably stepped back from taking a spot-kick. Kimmich himself converted his own penalty against Paraguay. The incident highlights the pressure and leadership dynamics within the German national team during a high-stakes knockout match. The report comes from Record Portugal, covering the World Cup 2026.
RecordGermany's Tah Vows to Take Penalties Again After World Cup Shootout Loss to Paraguay
In the Round of 32 of the USA-Canada-Mexico World Cup, Germany lost 4-5 on penalties to Paraguay and were eliminated in the first knockout round. German center-back Jonathan Tah, who missed his penalty in the shootout, spoke to media in the mixed zone. Tah admitted the team's attacking play was insufficient, noting zero shots on target in the first half. He defended the team's individual quality and atmosphere but acknowledged they failed to step up in crucial moments. Tah confirmed he would take a penalty again in the next shootout, stating it is important to take responsibility in difficult moments. He also dismissed criticism of coach Julian Nagelsmann's communication, saying the coach communicates a lot with the squad.
虎扑 - 足球Germany's World Cup Exit: Tears, Reactions, and Fallout After Paraguay Defeat
The German national team was eliminated from the 2026 World Cup in the round of 32 after a 4-5 penalty shootout loss to Paraguay. The article documents the immediate aftermath, including tears in the locker room, captain Joshua Kimmich attempting to console teammates, national coach Julian Nagelsmann thanking the team, and Kai Havertz apologizing for missing the first penalty. Jürgen Klopp, widely speculated as a future national coach, analyzed the match on TV, criticizing the team's failure to utilize the wings. Chancellor Friedrich Merz offered public support via Instagram. Nagelsmann expressed readiness to continue as coach but acknowledged the decision rests with the German Football Association (DFB). The loss marks Germany's third consecutive failure to reach the round of 16 at a World Cup.
Nachrichten - WELTGermany's Penalty Taker Crisis: Tah Misses After Teammates Hesitate
According to BILD, the German national team (DFB) faced internal difficulties before a penalty shootout when attempting to find a sixth taker. Jonathan Tah, who had never taken a competitive penalty in his career, stepped up and missed under immense pressure. Several DFB stars, including Leon Goretzka, Waldemar Anton, Nathaniel Brown, and Malick Thiaw, hesitated and avoided the responsibility. Goalkeeper Manuel Neuer was among those still on the pitch. The five designated takers for the shootout were Kai Havertz (missed), Joshua Kimmich (scored), Jamal Musiala (scored), Nick Woltemade (missed), and Nadiem Amiri (scored). The report draws parallels to Bayern Munich's 2012 Champions League final (Finale Dahoam), where players also ducked away, forcing Neuer to take a kick, and Bastian Schweinsteiger eventually missed the decisive penalty.
The back page of the internet.Bild: German Players Avoided Penalty Duty, Tah Misses First Career Penalty in World Cup Exit
According to Bild, Germany lost 3-4 to Paraguay in a World Cup penalty shootout, leading to elimination. The sixth-round penalty taker, Jonathan Tah, missed his first ever penalty, sending the ball over the goal. Bild reports that the German team struggled to find a sixth taker, with several players—including Goretzka, Anton, Brown, Thiaw, and Neuer—hesitating and avoiding responsibility. Tah stepped up under pressure but missed. Among the first five takers, Havertz and Woltemade missed, while Kimmich, Musiala, and Amiri scored. Tah had a header disallowed in extra time due to a controversial foul. The incident draws parallels to Bayern's 2012 Champions League final penalty shootout loss to Chelsea.
虎扑 - 足球Germany loses first World Cup penalty shootout to Paraguay
Germany suffered their first-ever World Cup penalty shootout defeat, losing 4-3 to Paraguay in the 2026 World Cup round of 16. After 44 years and four previous shootout wins (1982, 1986, 1990, 2006), Germany's perfect record ended when Jonathan Tah, Kai Havertz, and Nick Woltemade all missed from the spot. Paraguay goalkeeper Orlando Gill, who dedicated the win to his ill nephew, saved one penalty and saw another miss. Paraguay had two match points but missed both before Tah's decisive miss. The result marks a historic upset, as Germany had converted 15 consecutive penalties in World Cup shootouts before this match. Manager Julian Nagelsmann had prepared his takers during extra time, but the uncharacteristic misses ended Germany's tournament run.
Soccer - The AthleticGermany's Penalty Myth Shattered: Three Players Miss in World Cup Loss to Paraguay
In a stunning upset at the 2026 World Cup in Boston, the German national football team lost 3-4 on penalties to Paraguay in the Round of 32, shattering a long-standing myth of German invincibility in shootouts. Historically, Germany had converted 17 of 18 World Cup penalties, with only Uli Stielike missing in 1982. However, in this match, three German players—Kai Havertz, Nick Woltemade, and Jonathan Tah—failed to score from the spot. Paraguay also missed two penalties, but Germany's misses led to their elimination. Joshua Kimmich, Jamal Musiala, and Nadiem Amiri converted for Germany. The defeat marked the first time Germany lost a World Cup penalty shootout, with commentators and players reflecting on the role of luck, pressure, and quality. Manuel Neuer noted that Paraguay's misses should have given Germany the advantage.
Nachrichten - WELTGermany Faces Paraguay in Penalty Shootout, Recalling 2016 Classic Against Italy
The World Cup round of 16 match between Germany and Paraguay has ended 120 minutes at 1-1, leading to a penalty shootout. This marks Germany's first penalty shootout since their quarterfinal clash with Italy at Euro 2016. In that memorable shootout, Germany and Italy battled through nine rounds, highlighted by Simone Zaza's infamous stuttering run-up and missed penalty. Bastian Schweinsteiger missed a decisive fifth-round penalty, forcing sudden death. Goalkeeper Manuel Neuer saved Matteo Darmian's penalty in the ninth round, securing a 7-6 win for Germany. Four current Germany squad members—Manuel Neuer, Joshua Kimmich, Jonathan Tah, and Leroy Sane—were part of that 2016 experience, with Neuer and Kimmich having played. The article sets the stage for the ongoing shootout against Paraguay.
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