Four-time World Cup champions Germany entered halftime trailing 1-0 to Paraguay in their Round of 32 match at the FIFA World Cup 2026. The game, played at Boston Stadium, saw Paraguay take the lead despite Germany dominating ball possession throughout the first half. Germany’s attacking trio of Florian Wirtz, Leroy Sané, and Kai Havertz were unable to break down Paraguay’s strong defensive line. Despite controlling the play, Germany failed to convert their opportunities into goals before the break. Paraguay capitalized on their defensive solidity to secure a surprising lead. The second half will be crucial for Germany to overcome this deficit and advance in the tournament.