FIFA World Cup· Kick-off : Monday, June 29, 2026, 21:30 (UK time)
Germany vs Paraguay: 1-1 result and AI prediction review
Review: prediction vs result
Final score: Germany 1-1 Paraguay (3-4 on penalties). The outcome was missed: the model favoured victory for Germany (72%), while a draw was rated at only 18%. The model considered this score unlikely (2.5%). On goals, the model did not expect both teams to score (22%): missed; it pointed to over 2.5 goals (68%): missed.
Match analysis
Germany and Paraguay met on Monday, June 29, 2026, a FIFA World Cup fixture. Venue: Gillette Stadium, Boston. Before kick-off, our model gave Germany a 72% chance of winning, the draw 18% and Paraguay 10%. On the correct score, 3-0 comes out on top (17.1%), followed by 2-0 (15.9%) and 4-0 (13.9%).
Over their last 5 matches, Germany have 4 wins, 0 draws and 1 defeat, scoring 16 and conceding 5. Over their last 5 matches, Paraguay have 2 wins, 1 draw and 2 defeats, scoring 7 and conceding 6. Germany therefore arrive in far better shape than Paraguay. On average Germany score 3.20 and concede 1.00 goals per game; Paraguay score 1.40 and concede 1.20. In the table, Germany sit 1st with 6 points from 3 games, Paraguay 7th with 4 points from 3. 6 places separate the two sides. Over their recent games, Germany have averaged 2.25 xG (expected goals) per match, against 0.37 for Paraguay.
Our data holds no recent head-to-head between Germany and Paraguay: the prediction relies on each team's form and level. Germany out or doubtful: N. Brown and N. Schlotterbeck. Paraguay: M. Almirón and D. Gómez. In double chance terms, "Germany or draw" stands at 90%, "Paraguay or draw" at 28% and "no draw" at 82%.
In short : Germany tops the group with 6 points and a +6 goal difference, averaging 2.25 expected goals per match, while Paraguay sits seventh with just 4 points and a -2 goal difference. Paraguay's attacking output of 0.37 xG per game presents a stark contrast to Germany's offensive dominance, suggesting a significant quality gap between the two sides.
Outcome probabilities (1X2)
Double chance
Most likely correct scores
Scores shown as Germany – Paraguay. 3-0 is the single most likely scoreline (17.1%); the 5 scores below add up to 66% of all outcomes, which is why an exact score remains hard to call.
| Score | Probability |
|---|---|
| Germany 3-0 Paraguay | 17.1% |
| Germany 2-0 Paraguay | 15.9% |
| Germany 4-0 Paraguay | 13.9% |
| Germany 1-0 Paraguay | 9.8% |
| Germany 5-0 Paraguay | 9.0% |
Goals: both teams to score, over/under
With 3.24 expected goals for Germany and 0.26 for Paraguay, "over 2.5 goals" is rated at 68% and "both teams to score" at 22%. Goals look likely in this one. Germany keep a clean sheet in 77% of scenarios, Paraguay in 4%.
| Probability | |
|---|---|
| Germany expected goals | 3.24 |
| Paraguay expected goals | 0.26 |
| Both teams to score | 22% |
| Over 1.5 goals | 86% |
| Over 2.5 goals | 68% |
| Over 3.5 goals | 46% |
| Germany clean sheet | 77% |
| Paraguay clean sheet | 4% |
Recent form
Latest matches played before this game in the competitions Elofoot covers.
Germany
| Date | Opponent | Score | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 25, 2026 | Ecuador · FIFA World Cup | 1-2 | L |
| Jun 20, 2026 | Ivory Coast · FIFA World Cup | 2-1 | W |
| Jun 14, 2026 | Curaçao · FIFA World Cup | 7-1 | W |
| Jun 6, 2026 | United States · International Friendlies | 2-1 | W |
| May 31, 2026 | Finland · International Friendlies | 4-0 | W |
Paraguay
| Date | Opponent | Score | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 26, 2026 | Australia · FIFA World Cup | 0-0 | D |
| Jun 20, 2026 | Türkiye · FIFA World Cup | 1-0 | W |
| Jun 13, 2026 | United States · FIFA World Cup | 1-4 | L |
| Jun 5, 2026 | Nicaragua · International Friendlies | 4-0 | W |
| Mar 31, 2026 | Morocco · International Friendlies | 1-2 | L |
Standings before the match
| Pos. | Points | Played | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Germany | 1 | 6 | 3 |
| Paraguay | 7 | 4 | 3 |
Head-to-head
Our data holds no recent head-to-head between Germany and Paraguay: the prediction relies on each team's form and level.
Out and doubtful
Germany
- N. Brown (out)
- N. Schlotterbeck (out)
Paraguay
- M. Almirón (out)
- D. Gómez (out)
Other matches in this competition
- DR Congo 3-1 UzbekistanJun 28, 2026
- Algeria 3-3 AustriaJun 28, 2026
- Jordan 1-3 ArgentinaJun 28, 2026
- South Africa 0-1 CanadaJun 28, 2026
- Brazil 2-1 JapanJun 29, 2026
- Netherlands 1-1 MoroccoJun 30, 2026
- Ivory Coast 1-2 NorwayJun 30, 2026
- France 3-0 SwedenJun 30, 2026
- Mexico 2-0 EcuadorJul 1, 2026
- England 2-1 DR CongoJul 1, 2026
Frequently asked questions
What is the Germany vs Paraguay prediction?
Before the match, our AI gave Germany a 72% chance of winning, the draw 18% and Paraguay 10%. Germany are therefore favourites. Final score: 1-1.
What is the most likely correct score for Germany vs Paraguay?
3-0 (17.1%), followed by 2-0 (15.9%), 4-0 (13.9%), 1-0 (9.8%) and 5-0 (9.0%).
Will both teams score in Germany vs Paraguay?
The probability that both Germany and Paraguay score is 22%. Germany have a 77% chance of keeping a clean sheet, Paraguay 4%.
How many goals should we expect in Germany vs Paraguay?
The model expects 3.50 goals (3.24 for Germany, 0.26 for Paraguay). Probabilities: over 1.5 goals 86%, over 2.5 goals 68%, over 3.5 goals 46%.
When and where is Germany vs Paraguay played?
Monday, June 29, 2026 at 21:30 (UK time), FIFA World Cup. Venue: Gillette Stadium, Boston.
What form are Germany and Paraguay in?
Germany: 4 wins, 0 draws and 1 defeat in their last 5 matches (16 scored, 5 conceded). Paraguay: 2 wins, 1 draw and 2 defeats in their last 5 matches (7 scored, 6 conceded).
What was the Germany vs Paraguay result, and was the prediction right?
Final score: Germany 1-1 Paraguay (3-4 on penalties). The outcome was missed: the model favoured victory for Germany (72%), while a draw was rated at only 18%. The model considered this score unlikely (2.5%). On goals, the model did not expect both teams to score (22%): missed; it pointed to over 2.5 goals (68%): missed.
How is the Germany vs Paraguay prediction calculated?
The model estimates each team's expected goals (3.24 for Germany, 0.26 for Paraguay) from recent form, xG and standings, then applies a Poisson distribution: every possible score gets a probability, from which the 1X2, correct score, both teams to score and total goals are derived. Every figure is calculated, none is made up.
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