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Paraguay stuns Germany in a penalty shootout for the biggest upset of the 2026 World Cup
By Kyle Hightower, Associated Press at KPRC 2 Houston / Click2Houston (NBC)
· June 29, 2026
· 4 min read
José Canale wasn’t in the starting lineup in either of his previous two appearances for Paraguay in this World Cup.He made his first start a memorable one.Canale scored on the first sudden-death penalty kick, Orlando Gill made two key saves in the shootout, and Paraguay beat Germany 4-3 on penalt...
Key takeaway It was a major triumph for the landlocked South American country of 7 million people that's surrounded by soccer giants like Argentina and Brazil.
Why this matters in Magnolia News
For Magnolia residents and Montgomery County soccer fans, Paraguay's stunning upset of Germany in the World Cup is a thrilling reminder that even the biggest underdogs can achieve greatness. As the Paraguayan team advances to the round of 16, local soccer enthusiasts will be watching with interest to see how they fare against the winner of the France-Sweden match. The fact that a potential quarterfinal match could be played in Foxborough, a city with some ties to the Houston area through sports and tourism, adds an extra layer of excitement for local fans. Additionally, the success of underdog teams like Paraguay can inspire local youth soccer players and teams in Magnolia and surrounding areas, showing them that with hard work and determination, they too can overcome adversity and achieve their goals.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 29, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 Houston / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 4 min
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What is this story about? José Canale wasn’t in the starting lineup in either of his previous two appearances for Paraguay in this World Cup.He made his first start a memorable one.Canale scored on the first sudden-death penalty kick, Orlando Gill made two key saves in the shootout, and Paraguay beat Germany 4-3 on penalt...
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