Germany and Paraguay are level in their 2026 World Cup knockout match. Julian Nagelsmann's side topped their group after opening with two wins but suffered a surprise 2-1 defeat against Ecuador in their previous outing.

Paraguay stunned four-time World Cup champions Germany after 120 minutes and a wild group of penalties on Monday to reach the Round of 16.

Germany fell to Paraguay 1-1 (4-3 penalties) in each side's first knockout game on Monday, easily the most stunning result of the tournament so far. Germany came into the tournament as a top-10 ranked nation by FIFA, while Paraguay were in the 40s. What was supposed to be a tough but winnable game for Germany has turned into a complete nightmare.

Unlike a group stage game, FIFA World Cup knockout stage matches cannot end in a draw. What happens then?

Just like the German national team against Paraguay, the Dutch also had to pack their bags after the penalty shootout against Morocco. The World Cup is over for Oranje as well. Head coach Ronaldo

The 2026 World Cup knockout stage has already produced a remarkable statistical milestone, with two dramatic penalty shootouts making tournament history on the same day.

Jurgen Klopp reacted to Germany's World Cup loss to Paraguay, which included a controversial disallowed goal call.

The Germany and Paraguay national teams meet in the 2026 World Cup knockout stage. Follow for live updates and analysis from reporters on the ground.