Germany’s penalty shootout streak comes to an end ❌
Knocked out by Paraguay in a major upset (1-1, 3-4 on pens), Germany lost a World Cup penalty shootout for the first time in its history.
Before tonight, the Germans had won four straight shootouts. Even worse, against Paraguay, Germany missed more penalties (3) than in its previous four shootouts combined (1).
A historic setback, symbolic of a Mannschaft that has gradually lost its status as a winning machine over the years.
Thanks to this prestigious win, Paraguay moves into the top 5 of the most successful nations in World Cup penalty shootout history, with two victories, level with… the France national team!
Public holiday in Paraguay after reaching the round of 16!
In Paraguay, the win over Germany in the World Cup round of 32 (2-1) took on national significance. President Santiago Peña declared a public holiday (Tuesday, July 30) to celebrate this historic success.
A powerful symbolic gesture in a country overjoyed after this resounding win over the Mannschaft.
📸 France’s best fans are…
A quick detour to France before diving back into World Cup news! Paris Saint-Germain won the supporters’ championship, an award given by the LFP that recognizes fan engagement on social media as well as the best tifos of the season. OM completed the podium in 3rd place, while OL fell just short in 4th. Monaco and Nice finished bottom of the standings.
In Ligue 2, AS Saint-Étienne were crowned champions ahead of Reims and Rodez.
🎥 Neymar glued to the bench, Ancelotti explains why
He went out to warm up, but never came on. Despite Brazil’s struggles against Japan, Neymar ultimately stayed on the bench until the final whistle.
The decision surprised many observers, as the Seleção seemed to lack creativity in midfield. After the match, Carlo Ancelotti explained the reasons behind this tactical choice.
🎥 Meanwhile…
Stade de Reims announced Alexis Sauvage’s return home with a good dose of humor and originality. Fans of the cult movie E.T. should appreciate the reference…
📸 Brazil-Japan gives us a new meme!
The unfortunate hero of Japan-Brazil in the World Cup round of 32 (1-2), Zion Suzuki unwittingly fed the meme machine after the match.
TV Schedule 📺
7:00 PM: Ivory Coast – Norway (beIN SPORTS 1 / M6)
11:00 PM: France – Sweden (beIN SPORTS 1 / M6)
3:00 AM: Mexico – Ecuador (beIN SPORTS 1)
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