The Round of 32 match between Germany and Paraguay in the 2026 FIFA World Cup will take place on Monday, June 29, 2026, at 16:30 ET (4:30 p.m. local time). The Germany vs Paraguay match will be held at Boston Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts, USA. Both teams have advanced to the knockout stage, with Germany looking to recapture their past World Cup glory and Paraguay hoping to spring a major upset.
Four-time champions Germany reached the knockouts by placing first in Group E. Led by manager Julian Nagelsmann, they enjoyed a flying start to their campaign, highlighted by a commanding 7-1 win over Curaçao and a 2-1 victory over Ivory Coast. However, a surprising 2-1 setback against Ecuador in their final group game proved they are not invincible.
Nicknamed La Albirroja, Paraguay secured their place in the knockout stage as one of the best third-placed sides from Group D. Managed by Gustavo Alfaro, their standout performance in the group phase was a hard-fought 1-0 win over Türkiye, earning the victory despite playing the entire second half with ten men. They also held Australia to a goalless draw to seal their qualification.
2026 FIFA World Cup round of 32 Germany vs Paraguay
- Germany vs Paraguay World Cup 2026 Round of 32
- Date & Time: Monday, June 29, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. ET (4:30 p.m. local time).
- Venue: Boston Stadium, Foxborough, Massachusetts, USA.
- Broadcast: FOX (USA), ARD/ZDF (Germany), and SNT/Telefuturo (Paraguay)
Germany – Match Overview
- Germany is making another appearance in the World Cup knockout phase, having reached the semi-finals in each of the four previous tournaments where they advanced past the group stage prior to 2018.
- They finished first in Group E with 6 points.
- Results: Beat Curaçao 7–1, beat Ivory Coast 2–1, and lost 2–1 to Ecuador.
- Head coach Julian Nagelsmann will be looking for a sharp response from his team following their surprise defeat in the group finale.
- Germany: W-W-W-W-L (Last five games, latest result last)
Paraguay – Match Overview
- Paraguay progressed to the Round of 32 as one of the eight best third-placed sides in the newly expanded tournament format.
- They finished third in Group D with 4 points.
- Results: Lost 4–1 to the United States, beat Türkiye 1–0, and drew 0–0 with Australia.
- Miguel Almirón returns to the squad after serving a one-game ban, adding a crucial attacking boost for La Albirroja.
- Paraguay: D-L-L-W-D (Last five games, latest result last)
Germany vs Paraguay 2026 FIFA World Cup Starting XI
Germany Possible Starting XI Prediction vs Paraguay
- Goalkeeper: Manuel Neuer
- Defenders: Joshua Kimmich, Jonathan Tah, Antonio Rüdiger, David Raum
- Midfielders: Felix Nmecha, Aleksandar Pavlovic
- Forwards: Leroy Sané, Jamal Musiala, Florian Wirtz, Kai Havertz
- Injured / Suspended: Nico Schlotterbeck (Ankle injury – Out).
Paraguay Possible Starting XI Prediction vs Germany
- Goalkeeper: Gill
- Defenders: Caceres, Velazquez, Gomez, Canale, Maidana
- Midfielders: Pitta, Cubas, Galarza
- Forwards: Julio Enciso, Avalos
- Injured / Suspended: Diego Gomez (Suspended – Yellow cards).
Head-to-head
These two nations have previously met in the World Cup knockout rounds; notably, Germany defeated Paraguay 1-0 in the 2002 World Cup Round of 16, with Oliver Neuville scoring a late match-winner on their way to finishing as runners-up in the tournament.
Key Players to Watch
Germany – Key Players to Watch
- Goalkeeper: Manuel Neuer — The veteran shot-stopper who provides vital leadership, sweeping abilities, and composure at the back.
- Defenders: Antonio Rüdiger — The commanding center-back tasked with organizing the defense and nullifying Paraguay’s physical counter-attacks.
- Midfielders: Jamal Musiala — The creative young star capable of weaving through tight, low-block defenses and producing moments of magic.
- Forwards: Kai Havertz — The versatile attacker who will look to link play and finish the chances created by Germany’s talented midfield.
Paraguay – Key Players to Watch
- Goalkeeper: Gill — Will need to put in a heroic performance between the sticks to keep Germany’s relentless attackers at bay.
- Midfielders: Miguel Almirón — Returning from suspension, his explosive pace and direct running make him Paraguay’s main transitional threat.
- Midfielders: Andrés Cubas — The tenacious defensive midfielder tasked with disrupting Germany’s passing rhythm in the center of the pitch.
- Forwards: Julio Enciso — The dynamic young forward who possesses the flair and long-range shooting ability to create something out of nothing.
How to watch the 2026 World Cup round of 32 Germany vs Paraguay match?
Television Broadcast Channels
- Spanish-Language: Airing live on Telemundo.
- English-Language: Airing nationwide on the main FOX broadcast network. Select providers will broadcast the game on FOX 4K.
Direct Streaming Services
If you subscribe to the network platforms or have a TV provider login, you can stream the match through the following direct platforms:
- FOX One: Includes a 3-day free trial and a fully dedicated World Cup hub.
- Fox Sports App: Offers a temporary free preview for non-subscribers.
- Peacock: Streaming the Spanish-language Telemundo feed live.
International Broadcast Channels
- Germany: ARD and ZDF.
- Paraguay: SNT and Telefuturo.
- United Kingdom: BBC One and BBC iPlayer.
- Australia: SBS.
