Germany and Netherlands Eliminated from FIFA World Cup 2026 on Penalties

KATHMANDU. The journey of two European powerhouses Germany and Netherlands, considered title contenders in the FIFA World Cup 2026, has ended on the same day in penalty shootouts. In the exciting Round of 32 competitions, Germany was defeated by Paraguay and the Netherlands by Morocco, exiting the tournament.

Germany, despite controlling possession and creating pressure for most of the game against Paraguay, could not convert it into a result. With both teams tied at 1-1 after the regulation 90 minutes and subsequent extra time, the match went into a penalty shootout.