Paraguay defeated Germany to reach the World Cup quarterfinals

The 2026 FIFA World Cup continues to be filled with unexpected results and surprising events. Zamin.uz reports on this.

Following a historic victory over the German national team in the match for a spot in the quarter-finals, Paraguayan President Santiago Peña declared an extraordinary public holiday across the entire country. The South American representatives showed true courage and willpower on the field against a strong opponent.

The main and extra time of the match passed under extremely intense struggle, ending in a 1:1 draw. In the penalty shootout, where the winner is determined and psychological preparation is considered crucial, luck and skill smiled upon the Paraguayan footballers.

The final score of 4:3 meant that Paraguay advanced to the next stage. After this huge success, head of state Santiago Peña addressed the people and did not hide his joy.

On his social media page, he specifically emphasized that the people of Paraguay never give up. Additionally, the president officially declared Tuesday, June 30, as a public holiday in honor of this great victory.

This decision sparked grand celebrations throughout the country. Notably, according to Paraguayan legislation, the head of state has absolute authority to make such a decision.

According to current regulations, the president may designate up to three additional holidays per year at his discretion for the sake of state interests or national celebrations. Santiago Peña decided to use this opportunity to celebrate the joy brought by the game of millions.

Having knocked out a world football leader like Germany from the tournament, the Paraguayan national team will now face the winner of the match between France and Sweden on the road to the quarter-finals. If the team continues to play in such a fighting spirit, the president may use his remaining powers and gift his people more holidays until the end of the tournament.

Currently, the entire country is eagerly awaiting the next victory of its heroes.