Germany and Netherlands Both Out: World Cup Shock Night
Two European powers exited the 2026 FIFA World Cup on the same night. Both on penalties. Both in the Round of 32.
Paraguay beat Germany 4-3 on penalties after a 1-1 draw. Morocco beat Netherlands 3-2 on penalties after a 1-1 draw. Germany have never lost a World Cup penalty shootout before this match.
Paraguay 1-1 Germany (Paraguay win 4-3 on penalties)
Julio Enciso put Paraguay ahead before half time. Kai Havertz equalised for Germany after the break. Jonathan Tah thought he had won it for Germany in extra time but VAR ruled the goal out for an earlier foul on Manuel Neuer.
The shootout went to sudden death. Havertz missed first, giving Paraguay the advantage. Goalkeeper Orlando Gill saved two German penalties. Jose Canale scored the winning kick. Germany’s first ever World Cup shootout defeat.
Morocco 1-1 Netherlands (Morocco win 3-2 on penalties)
Soufiane Rahimi’s effort was initially saved by Bart Verbruggen but the goalkeeper lost his grip and the ball crossed the line. Netherlands equalised through Donyell Malen-Diop in stoppage time to force extra time.
The shootout swung on misses from both sides before Ismael Saibari, Morocco’s standout player of the tournament, converted the decisive kick. The Netherlands have not lost a World Cup match in regulation time since 2010. When they lose, it is always late, on penalties to Argentina in 2014 and 2022, and now to Morocco in 2026.
What Happens Next
Paraguay face the winner of France vs Sweden in the Round of 16. Morocco face Canada.
Both results confirm a tournament theme already taking shape. Brazil needed a stoppage-time winner to beat Japan on the same night. The traditional gap between football’s superpowers and the rest of the field is narrowing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Did Germany lose on penalties in the 2026 World Cup? Yes. Germany lost 4-3 on penalties to Paraguay in the Round of 32 on June 29, 2026, after a 1-1 draw through normal and extra time. It was Germany’s first ever World Cup penalty shootout defeat.
Did the Netherlands get eliminated from the 2026 World Cup? Yes. The Netherlands lost 3-2 on penalties to Morocco in the Round of 32 on June 29, 2026, after a 1-1 draw. Morocco advance to face Canada in the Round of 16.
Who do Paraguay and Morocco play next? Paraguay face the winner of France vs Sweden in the Round of 16. Morocco face Canada in the Round of 16.
