World Cup Shocker! Paraguay Eliminates Heavyweights Germany in Dramatic Shootout

one of the biggest upsets in FIFA World Cup history, Paraguay knocked out four-time champions Germany on Monday night in a thrilling Round of 32 clash The Goals: Paraguay took a surprise lead late in the first half when Julio Enciso scored with a brilliant header. Germany fought back early in the second half, with Kai Havertz nodding home the equalizer to make it 1-1. VAR Drama: Germany thought they had won it in extra time when Jonathan Tah headed the ball into the net. However, after a lengthy and controversial VAR review, the goal was disallowed for a soft foul on the Paraguayan goalkeeper. The Penalty Shootout: After a tense 1-1 deadlock through 120 minutes, the game went to spot-kicks. Paraguayan goalkeeper Orlando Gill became the hero, saving two crucial penalties. Following a costly miss by Germany's Tah, Paraguay's José Canale calmly slotted home the winning penalty to seal a historic 4-3 shootout victory