Germany and the Netherlands were surprisingly eliminated from the 2026 World Cup.
Although they were the favorites against Paraguay and Morocco, respectively, Germany and the Netherlands exited the final tournament in the penalty shootouts.
The Germany - Paraguay match ended 1-1 after 120 minutes of play, with Enciso (42) and Havertz (54) scoring. In the penalty shootouts, Havetz, Woltemade, and Tah missed for the Germans, while Jose Canale converted the decisive penalty, sending the Paraguayans to the quarterfinals.
It was 1-1 in regular time, and Paraguay prevailed 4-3 against Germany in the penalty shootouts.
The Netherlands - Morocco also ended 1-1 after 120 regular minutes, with goals from Gakpo (72) and Diop (90+1). The Dutch couldn't keep their nerves in check during the penalty shootouts, with Kluivert, Timber, and Summerville missing, while Saibari converted the decisive penalty for the Moroccans, securing their spot in the quarterfinals.
It was 1-1 in regular time, and Morocco defeated the Netherlands 3-2 in the penalty shootouts.
In the quarterfinals, Morocco will face Canada, while Paraguay will take on the winner of the France - Sweden match.