Mouse-that-roared Paraguay savors World Cup win over Germany

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Mouse-that-roared Paraguay savors World Cup win over Germany

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Paraguay celebrated a historic World Cup victory over Germany, with the president declaring a national holiday following their win in a penalty shootout. Germany experienced their first shootout loss in World Cup history as Paraguay held their nerve despite missed kicks.

The streets of Paraguay erupted Monday as people rejoiced in beating powerhouse Germany in the World Cup and the president declared a national holiday.Germany had never before lost a World Cup shootout, but Paraguay held their nerve -- even after two of their players missed kicks that would have sealed victory.

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