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In pictures: Paraguay shock Germany in shootout drama

Paraguay stunned one of the tournament favourites by defeating Germany 4-3 in the first penalty shootout of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after the teams were locked 1-1 through extra time. The South Americans held their nerve from the spot as Germany suffered a shock Round of 32 exit.

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Germany's Jonathan Tah misses a penalty during the penalty shootout at Boston Stadium, Foxborough, Massachusetts, US on 29 June, 2026.
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Paraguay's Matias Galarza scores a penalty during the penalty shootout at Boston Stadium, Foxborough, Massachusetts, US on 29 June, 2026.
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Paraguay's Orlando Gill saves a penalty missed by Germany's Nick Woltemade at Boston Stadium, Foxborough, Massachusetts, US on 29 June, 2026.
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Germany's Manuel Neuer saves a penalty missed by Paraguay's Fabian Balbuena at Boston Stadium, Foxborough, Massachusetts, US on 29 June, 2026.
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Paraguay's Mauricio celebrates scoring a penalty during the penalty shootout at Boston Stadium, Foxborough, Massachusetts, US on 29 June, 2026.
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Germany's Jamal Musiala celebrates scoring a penalty during the penalty shootout at Boston Stadium, Foxborough, Massachusetts, US on 29 June, 2026.
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Paraguay's Orlando Gill and and Jose Canale celebrate after the match as Paraguay qualify for the Round of 16 stage of the World Cup at Boston Stadium, Foxborough, Massachusetts, US on 29 June, 2026.
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Germany's Nick Woltemade looks dejected with teammates after missing a penalty during the penalty shootout at Boston Stadium, Foxborough, Massachusetts, US on 29 June, 2026.
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