Paraguay World Cup win over Germany prompts national holiday declaration

Paraguay President Santiago Pena declared a national holiday for Tuesday to celebrate the country’s shock victory over Germany that sent them into the World Cup round of 16.

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. — Paraguay President Santiago Peña declared a national holiday for Tuesday to celebrate the country’s shocking victory over Germany that sent them into the World Cup round of 16.

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The South American side stunned four-time world champions Germany 4-3 on penalties after the teams were tied 1-1 following extra time on Monday, pulling off one of the biggest upsets in World Cup history.

“Today, an entire country celebrates,” Peña posted on X along with a picture of himself signing the decree.