Germany and Paraguay will clash in the round of 32 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The Germans won 2 of their 3 group stage games, losing 1, while Paraguay only won 1 game and lost 1, but that was enough to get them to this round. Both teams are in different forms, but Paraguay is unbeaten in their last 2 games. Will it have an impact on this game?
Which nation will win this game, or what betting markets are best for this game? At TopBets, we have analyzed the teams’ data and past games to provide you with the top predictions for the Germany vs Paraguay World Cup match. Continue reading below!
Germany vs Paraguay Preview
Germany and Paraguay will face off for their third 2026 World Cup game at Gillette Stadium (Foxborough, MA), United States, on 29th June 2026. Both teams are in different forms but have just one target: to move to the round of 16.
Both sides look ready for this game, but which team will get the precious points? Will that influence your betting on this game? Let’s see the match details.
Match Details
Here are the Germany vs Paraguay match details:
- Competition: FIFA World Cup 2026
- Matchday: Monday
- Date: 28th June, 2026
- Kick-off time: 9:30 PM Nigerian Time
- Venue: Gillette Stadium (Foxborough, MA), United States.
Why this Match Matters
We can say the World Cup has gotten serious, and this is a must-win clash for either team if they are serious about winning the competition or even going far in the competition. Paraguay would want to make history by knocking out Germany and progressing to the next round, but Germany has already shown they’re to be feared after thrashing Curaçao 7-1.
Germany vs Paraguay Head-to-Head Stats
Germany and Paraguay have met previously, and Germany has the better result. Below are their head-to-head results.
Head-to-Head Record
| Date | Competition | Match | Result |
| 14/08/2013 | International Friendly | Germany vs Paraguay | 3-3 |
| 15/06/2002 | World Cup | Germany vs Paraguay | 1-0 |
Germany’s Recent Form
Germany’s national team has been in excellent form in their last 5 games. They have won 4 of their last 5 games. In this run of games, they have scored 16 goals and conceded 5. Below is a table showcasing their last 5 matches:
Germany’s Last Five Matches
| Date | Match | Result |
| 25/06/2026 | Ecuador vs. Germany | Lost 2-1 |
| 20/06/2026 | Germany vs. Ivory Coast | Won 2-1 |
| 14/06/2026 | Germany vs. Curacao | Won 7-1 |
| 06/06/2026 | Germany vs. USA | Won 2-1 |
| 31/03/2026 | Germany vs. Finland | Won 4-0 |
Goals Scored and Conceded
Across Germany’s last 5 games, they have been good in both their attack and defense; they have scored 16 goals and conceded 5 goals, with one clean sheet. Below is a breakdown of their recent goal statistics:
- Goals Scored: 16
- Goals Conceded: 5
- Clean Sheets: 1
Key Trends from Germany’s Recent Matches
Going through Germany’s recent games and past games, some interesting trends are clear, and we believe they should be taken seriously when betting on their 2026 World Cup matches. Below are the trends we found:
- Germany have won 4 of their last 5 games with many goals scored.
- The Germans have scored 16 goals in their last 5 games.
- In each of their last 5 games, there have been over 2.5 goals scored.
Paraguay’s Recent Form
The Paraguayan national team has been in mixed form in their last 5 games. They have lost once in their last 5 games, scoring 7 goals in the run. Below is a table showcasing their last 5 matches:
Paraguay’s Last Five Matches
| Date | Match | Result |
| 24/06/2026 | Paraguay vs. Australia | Draw 0-0 |
| 20/06/2026 | Turkey vs. Paraguay | Win 0-1 |
| 13/06/2026 | USA vs. Paraguay | Loss 4-1 |
| 05/06/2026 | Paraguay vs. Nicaragua | Won 4-0 |
| 31/03/2026 | Morocco vs. Paraguay | Loss 2-1 |
Goals Scored and Conceded
Across Paraguay’s last 5 games, they have been good in both their attack and defense; they have scored 7 goals and conceded just 6 goals, with 3 clean sheets. Below is a breakdown of their recent goal statistics:
- Goals Scored: 7
- Goals Conceded: 6
- Clean Sheets: 3
Key Trends from Paraguay’s Recent Matches
Going through Paraguay’s recent games and past games, some interesting trends are clear, and we believe they should be taken seriously when betting on their 2026 World Cup matches. Below are the trends we found:
- Paraguay has won 2 of their last 5 games.
- The Paraguayan national team has scored at least a goal in 4 of its last 5 games.
- Paraguay has conceded only 2 goals and kept two clean sheets in their last 5 games.
Team News
Both national teams are expected to start their best players, and below we’ll share what to expect from the lineups.
Germany Team News
Germany arrives at this World Cup with a very competitive, world-class squad, and they are expected to give their opponents a tough time.
Injuries
- There are no new injuries reported from the German football camp.
Suspensions
- There are no suspensions reported from the German football camp.
Germany’s Key Players to Watch
Germany brought many top players for their World Cup campaign, and some of them are the following:
- Jamal Musiala of Bayern Munich is one of Germany’s top stars who can dribble in tight spaces and create chances.
- Kai Havertz, who plays for Arsenal, is expected to lead the line as he brings goals, experience, and excellent movement.
- Florian Wirtz, Liverpool’s key player and midfield maestro, is expected to show his quality and is relied upon by Germany in this game.
Paraguay Team News
There are some important team updates from the Paraguayan camp, and below, we’ll share them:
Injuries
- Omar Alderete won’t play in this World Cup again due to a knee issue.
- Ramon Sosa is doubtful as he is nursing a muscle injury.
Suspensions/Absentees
- There are no suspensions for Paraguay ahead of this game.
Paraguay’s Key Players to Watch
Paraguay brought world-class players for their World Cup campaign, and some of them are:
- Julio Enciso remains Paraguay’s biggest threat, and he is having a very good tournament.
- Miguel Almirón is another top player in the Paraguayan squad. He is a creative attacker who offers impressive attacking play.
Predicted Lineups
Here are the predicted lineups for this Germany v Paraguay 2026 World Cup clash.
Germany’s Predicted XI
Goalkeeper: Manuel Neuer
Defenders: Joshua Kimmich, Antonio Rudiger, Jonathan Tah, David Raum
Midfielders: Leon Goretzka, Pascal Gross, Leroy Sane, Florian Wirtz, Jamal Musiala
Forwards: Kai Havertz
Paraguay’s Predicted XI
Goalkeeper: Gill
Defenders: Caceres, Alderete, Velazquez, Alonso
Midfielders: Almiron, Galarza, Cubas, Mauricio
Forwards: Avalos, Enciso
Best Betting Markets for Germany vs Paraguay
This game presents various betting opportunities, and going by their recent and past results, Topbets presents the following predictions below:
Match Winner Prediction
Germany is in much better form than Paraguay and even has the better squad. The Germans have shown themselves to be reliable when it matters. We believe the Germans will win this game, as they have both the experience at this level and are among the favorites for this World Cup.
Prediction: Germany to Win
Over/Under Goals
This game looks tight, even though Germany has been scoring freely. Both sides have excellent attackers, and their recent games rarely see fewer than 3 goals scored. We expect a similar outcome in this game. Over 2.5 goals is a good option for this match.
Prediction: Over 2.5 goals
Both teams to Score
This game is crucial, and both nations need to win this game. This pressure is why we expect both teams to find the net in this game. Both teams have been scoring in their recent games, and with good attackers in this game, we expect both teams to score in this game.
Prediction: Yes
Anytime Goalscorer
Havertz is the deadliest threat in Germany’s attack; he has already scored in this World Cup and looks to be in fine form. If started by the coach, we expect him to find the net again in this game.
Prediction: Havertz
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Germany vs Paraguay Prediction
Still need more predictions for this clash? We’ve got you covered. Below are other prediction tips for this game.
Best Bet
One of our best bets in this game is in the cards market. We expect to play over 2.5 cards in this game. Both sides are expected to defend and attack intensely in this game, and that should lead to flying tackles and tempers flaring.
Prediction: Over 2.5 Cards
Correct Score Prediction
We expect this game to have many goals in it, as the Germans are very effective and ferocious in attack. Paraguayans are also expected to find the net in this game, and we expect a German win. So a 3-1 correct score in favor of Germany is best.
Prediction: 3-1
Match Analysis and Verdict
As already mentioned, both teams need to win this game, as it is very important to them. We expect Germany to win this game, but Paraguay should put up a good fight in this game, as they have some experienced players in their ranks too.

