Paraguay has declared a national holiday after its football team pulled off a stunning victory against four-time world champions Germany in the FIFA World Cup 2026. The match finished 1-1 after extra time, with Paraguay winning 4-3 in the penalty shootout to reach the Round of 16.
President Santiago Peña announced the holiday to celebrate the team’s historic achievement. He praised the players for their determination and said the victory had united the nation in pride and celebration.
The win is considered one of the biggest surprises of the tournament. Germany entered the match as one of the favorites, but Paraguay held their nerve in the penalty shootout to secure a memorable place in the next round.
Fans celebrated across the country as streets filled with cheering supporters waving national flags. The government said the holiday would give people the chance to enjoy the historic moment together.
