- Jun 30
Germany crashes out of World Cup on penalties for the first time, Paraguay advances to round of 16
Paraguay eliminated Germany 4-3 on penalties in the round of 32 of the 2026 World Cup in Foxborough, inflicting the four-time champion's first-ever shootout defeat at a World Cup. The South Americans rallied after a 1-1 draw through extra time, sparking scathing criticism of the German team and coach Julian Nagelsmann.
- Jun 26
Australia advances to World Cup last 16 after goalless draw with Paraguay; Turkey stuns USA in consolation win
Australia secured a spot in the 2026 World Cup round of 16 with a 0-0 draw against Paraguay, while already-eliminated Turkey beat group winners USA 3-2 in a dramatic finish.
- Jun 20
Turkey eliminated from World Cup after 1-0 loss to Paraguay, Almirón sent off under new FIFA mouth-covering rule
Paraguay secured a vital 1-0 victory over Turkey in Group 4 of the 2026 World Cup, eliminating Vincenzo Montella's side and applying a new FIFA regulation that saw Miguel Almirón dismissed for covering his mouth.
