World Cup 2026

Morocco edged the Netherlands on penalties to reach the Round of 16 for the second consecutive World Cup, while Paraguay stunned Germany in a historic shootout. Brazil advanced with a narrow win over Japan, and African teams made waves in the standings.

Germany are out of the World Cup at the last-32 stage, losing to Paraguay in a penalty shootout in their first such defeat in World Cup history.

South Africa exited the 2026 World Cup after a round-of-32 loss to Canada, ending a campaign that included their first-ever advancement past the group stage.

Paraguay knocked out four-time champions Germany in a dramatic penalty shootout after a 1-1 draw, marking one of the biggest upsets of the 2026 World Cup. Brazil also advanced, with Gabriel Martinelli scoring a 95th-minute winner against Japan.