Can Germany win the World Cup after getting out of the groups for the first time since 2014? The perennial challengers showed enough in spells during the group stage to suggest they can be a threat but certainly appear to have weaknesses in their side. First up on the knockout path is a last-32 tie against Paraguay in Boston.The south American side beat Turkey to seal a third-placed finish and progress for the first time since reaching the quarter finals back in 2010.Julian Nagelsmanns Germany side looked like genuine tournament heavyweights during their first two matches, obliterating Curaao 7-1 and edging past the Ivory Coast 2-1.However, the loss to Ecuador served as a stark reminder of their defensive vulnerabilities. The Germans will heavily rely on the creative spark of Jamal Musiala and Florian Wirtz to break down a low block.Paraguay bounced back from an opening 4-1 defeat against the United States by putting on a defensive masterclass, defeating Turkey 1-0 and frustrating Australia to a 0-0 draw. They will heavily rely on their signature South American grit and organization to stay alive.Nagelsmann was understandably unhappy at the delay in finding out who their opponents would be in the new system.He said: I think youre a bit punished as a group winner.We divided up the potential opponents. I watched three or four matches, and the analysis team did as well. Everyone can imagine there are better ways to spend Saturday night than working through it.It will be an all-nighter; we want to have large parts of it prepared so we dont have to create the match plan in a huge rush on Sunday. Well manage it, were almost all still young in the coaching staff, so we can work through the night if necessary.Table of ContentsTeam news for Germany v ParaguayPredicted line-ups for Germany v ParaguayWhere to watch Germany v Paraguay: TV and online streamsStats for Germany v ParaguayPrediction for Germany v ParaguayWhat To Do If You Have A Gambling ProblemTeam news for Germany v ParaguayGermany lost defender Nico Schlotterbeck to a serious ankle injury which ended his tournament but hope that full-back Nathaniel Brown will be fit to return from injury.Paragut midfielder Diego Gomez is suspended but former Newcastle man Miguel Almiron is back from a ban of his own.Predicted line-ups for Germany v ParaguayGermany: Neuer; Kimmich, Rudiger, Tah, Brown; Nmecha, Pavlovic; Sane, Musiala, Wirtz; HavertzParaguay: Gill; Caceres, Alderete, Velazquez, Alonso; Almiron, Galarza, Cubas, Mauricio; Avalos, EncisoWhere to watch Germany v Paraguay: TV and online streamsThe match kicks off at 9.30pm UK time on Monday 29 June. It is broadcast live on BBC One and the iplayer and can be streamed live on the BBC Sport website.Stats for Germany v ParaguayShould he start this game, Manuel Neuer will become Germanys all-time leading starter in FIFA World Cup matches, with this next his 23rd, surpassing both Lothar Matthus and Miroslav Klose on 22 each.Paraguay are yet to score a goal in the knockout stages of the FIFA World Cup, playing five matches. Its the longest run of knockout games without scoring by any side in the tournaments history.This is Germanys first FIFA World Cup knockout match since they won the 2014 final 1-0 against Argentina. Theyve won eight of their last nine knockout games, losing the other 1-0 to Spain in the 2010 semi-final.Prediction for Germany v ParaguayGermany 2-0 ParaguayGermany have their faults but scoring goals is not one of them and Paraguay dont look like carrying enough threat at the other end.What To Do If You Have A Gambling ProblemWe understand that gambling can be fun, but it is always important to gamble responsibly. If you are struggling with a gambling problem, please do not hesitate to ask for help. There are people who can help you get on the road to recovery. Below, we have listed some helpful resources to help aid you on the road to recovery.National Gambling Helpline: 0808 8020 133GamCare: https://www.gamcare.org.ukGambleAware: www.gambleaware.com Topics Germany National Football Team Paraguay national football team Add us as a preferred source on Google If you enjoy reading this article, you can help support our independent football journalism by adding 101 Great Goals as a preferred source You Should Also Read World Cup 2026: Last 32 ties confirmed as group stage ends Tom Rostance 28th June, 2026 Paraguay vs Australia: Line-ups confirmed for World Cup clash as Aussies shake things up Cian Cheesbrough 26th June, 2026 We made the impossible possible Ecuador celebrate historic Germany win Tom Rostance 26th June, 2026 Ecuador 2-1 Germany: Late Plata strike sends La Tri to World Cup round of 32 with deserved win Cian Cheesbrough 25th June, 2026 WATCH: Two goals inside nine minutes in Ecuador vs Germany as crucial World Cup game makes lightning start Cian Cheesbrough 25th June, 2026 LIVE Ecuador v Germany: Commentary, updates, goals and stats Jon Fisher 25th June, 2026
