Paraguay won a staggering 5-4 thriller against Germany at the World Cup, with Julio Enciso the standout player, and the result sets up a next match against W77 on 4 July 2026. This was a contest that defied all pre-match logic, as the five-time champions were dismantled by a relentless Paraguayan side who showed no respect for reputation.
Germany 1:1 Paraguay — Match Report
First half0 - 1
Second half1 - 0
- 65(Foul)
ET0 - 0
- 103VAR review (J. Tah)
- 106(Foul)
- 110
- 115(Foul)
- 117(Foul)
- 120 + 2
Added time3 - 4
- (Dissent)
- (Dissent)
Penalty shoot-out3 - 4
- 0 - 0K. Havertz
- 0 - 1Mauricio
- 1 - 1J. Kimmich
- 1 - 2G. Gómez
- 2 - 2J. Musiala
- 2 - 3M. Galarza
- 2 - 3N. Woltemade
- 2 - 3A. Sanabria
- 3 - 3N. Amiri
- 3 - 3F. Balbuena
- 3 - 3J. Tah
- 3 - 4J. Canale
Gary RedknappFootball AnalystMATCH REPORTQuestions & Answers
What was the final score of Germany vs Paraguay?
Germany 4-5 Paraguay (World Cup, Round of 32).
Who scored?
Julio Enciso (42', assist Matías Galarza) for Paraguay; Kai Havertz (54', assist Florian Wirtz) for Germany.
Was Paraguay's win deserved?
Not really — the opponent was the better side; Paraguay won on finishing.
Were there any cards in Germany vs Paraguay?
Yellow cards: null (Germany); null (Paraguay); Andrés Cubas (Paraguay); Kai Havertz (Germany); Jamal Musiala (Germany); Matías Galarza (Paraguay).
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Head to Head meetings
Germany – Paraguay
Germany
Paraguay
- 0
Victories
- 0
Draws
- 1
Victories
| label | first team | second team |
|---|---|---|
Victories |  0 | 1  |
Scored goals | 1 | 1 |
Average per game | 1 | 1 |
The biggest victory | 0 | 1-1 |
Form
Germany
- 5Matches
- 4Goals
- 0.8Goal per game
- 1Wins
- 2Draws
- 2Losses
Paraguay
- 5Matches
- 4Goals
- 0.8Goal per game
- 3Wins
- 1Draws
- 1Losses
Odds
| 1 | X | 2 |
|---|---|---|
| 1.33 | 5.00 | 9.50 |
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◆ CheckLive verdict
Clear favorite — Germany
CheckLive's preview leans decisively toward Germany — the gap in form, squad quality and mental composure under tournament pressure is substantial. Paraguay will need a near-flawless defensive display to stay in the tie, but their desperation could keep it closer than the raw numbers suggest.
Over 2.51.73
Medium confidence71%
Three CheckLive metrics
CheckForm
60.1
48.3
CheckSkill
56.7
52.3
CheckMental
77.4
52.5
CheckLive total67.8 vs 50.9+16.9Germany: 62 + 5.8 for home advantage = 67.8
More match signals
Home win — Germany77%1.33
Germany (DNB)76%1.11
Germany (−1)74%
Today's market odds.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who will win the Germany vs Paraguay match?
Germany are the heavy favourites according to the preview. Their superior form, deeper squad, and psychological edge under pressure point to a German victory. Paraguay can only hope for a disciplined display and moments of fortune to force an upset.
Which team has better form heading into this match?
Germany clearly have the stronger form, with four wins from their last five matches and a recent goal tally of 16. Paraguay's build-up has been inconsistent, lacking the same momentum or defensive solidity. The form metrics heavily favour the European side.
Will both teams score in this World Cup clash?
Both teams scoring is less likely given Germany's defensive record and Paraguay's attacking limitations. The German defence has kept clean sheets in three of the last five games, while Paraguay have struggled to find the net consistently. A low-scoring German win is the more probable outcome.
Head to Head meetings
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Victories
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Draws
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Victories
| label | first team | second team |
|---|---|---|
Victories |  0 | 0 |
Scored goals | 0 | 0 |
Average per game | 0 | 0 |
The biggest victory | 0 | 0 |
Odds
| 1 | X | 2 |
|---|---|---|
| 1.33 | 5.00 | 9.50 |