Germany’s FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign ended in stunning disappointment after the four-time champions were knocked out by Paraguay in the Round of 32, triggering immediate managerial fallout. Head coach Julian Nagelsmann has stepped down from his role following the shock defeat, bringing an abrupt end to his tenure with the national team.
Germany return to the FIFA World Cup knockout stage for the first time since 2014 as Julian Nagelsmann's side face Paraguay, who qualified as one of the tournament's best third-placed teams, in the inaugural Round of 32.
