Soccer-Paraguay declares national holiday after team shock Germany at World Cup
Paraguay has declared a national holiday following their unexpected penalty shootout victory over Germany in the 2026 World Cup. This win marks a historic upset, as Paraguay eliminated the four-time champions to advance to the round of 16.
Why it matters
The event highlights the significant cultural and social impact of international sports on national morale and government policy in South America.
FOXBOROUGH, Massachusetts, June 29 (Reuters) - Paraguay President Santiago Pena declared a national holiday for Tuesday to celebrate the country's shock victory over Germany that sent them into the World Cup round of 16.
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