Germany were dumped out of the World Cup by Paraguay, who secured their victory on penalties, but the country's chancellor has been criticised for not reading the room
German Chancellor hammered for saying he was 'thrilled' after shock World Cup exit
Germany were dumped out of the World Cup by Paraguay, who secured their victory on penalties, but the country's chancellor has been criticised for not reading the room
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Samuel Meade Sports Brand Writer
19:14, 30 Jun 2026
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GERMANY 1-1 PARAGUAY (3-4 pens): Kai Havertz equalised after Julio Enciso had fired Paraguay in front before
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has also fallen foul of Germany’s World Cup elimination by Paraguay.
