FOXBOROUGH, Massachusetts, June 29 : Paraguay President Santiago Pena declared a national holiday for Tuesday to celebrate the country’s shock victory over Germany that sent them into the World Cup round of 16.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The South American side stunned four-time world champions Germany 4-3 on penalties after the teams were tied 1-1 following extra time on Monday, pulling off one of the biggest upsets in World Cup history.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
“Today, an entire country celebrates,” Pena posted on X along with a picture of himself signing the decree.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
“It celebrates the victory of a team that represents the deepest part of our identity: the grit, the faith, and the strength of people who never give up.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The text of the decree, also shared by Pena on social media, said that Paraguay’s victory went far beyond sport and justified a nationwide celebration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
“The government cannot remain indifferent to this tremendous achievement,” the decree read. “It is necessary to facilitate the gathering of all Paraguayans in celebration of this historic day.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Paraguay is the second South American country to declare a holiday after a surprise World Cup result against Germany at the tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Last week, Ecuador President Daniel Noboa also announced a national holiday after his country secured a 2-1 victory over the Germans in Group E to reach the knockout stage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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