World Cup chaos! Paraguay shock Germany, Brazil escape Japan scare
Paraguay sensationally eliminated four-time champions Germany from the World Cup in a penalty shootout, marking Germany's first-ever World Cup penalty defeat. In another dramatic match, Brazil narrowly avoided an upset, securing a last-gasp 2-1 victory over Japan to advance to the last 16.
Why it matters
These results represent significant upsets and dramatic moments in a major international football tournament, impacting team standings, fan expectations, and the narrative of the World Cup.
LOS ANGELES, June 30 — Paraguay sensationally sent four-time champions Germany crashing out of the World Cup on Monday as Brazil were given a huge scare before snatching a last-gasp victory over Japan to reach the last 16.
The article provides straightforward sports reporting on the outcomes of World Cup matches, focusing on scores, key plays, and quotes from participants without political or social commentary.
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