Paraguay Eliminates Germany on Penalties: How Low-Possession High Press and Counterattacks Wore Down a Possession-Based Powerhouse
In the Round of 16 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Paraguay drew 1-1 with Germany after 120 minutes and won 4-3 on penalties to advance. Enciso and Havertz scored one goal each, while goalkeeper Gill's consecutive penalty saves proved decisive as Germany's 75% possession failed to translate into enough threat.
