Germany were knocked out of the World Cup in the early hours of Tuesday morning following a penalty shootout defeat to Paraguay in Boston. After a 1-1 draw through extra-time, the South Americans prevailed 4-3 from the spot, with Jose Canale converting the decisive kick.
Controversial Disallowed Goal Angers Germany
Julian Nagelsmann's side were left incensed after seeing a goal controversially chalked off during extra-time. Jonathan Tah headed home powerfully at the far post, but following a VAR check, referee Jalal Jayed disallowed the effort, ruling that Waldemar Anton had fouled Orlando Gill in the build-up.
In the wake of Germany's elimination, former Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp took a subtle swipe at Arsenal. Klopp, now Red Bull's Head of Global Soccer, suggested Arsenal "scored 60% of their goals that way" during their Premier League title-winning campaign last season.
Nagelsmann Under Scrutiny
Germany's departure at the Round of 32 stage is expected to intensify scrutiny over Nagelsmann's position, although he confirmed after the match that he has no intention of resigning.
Brazil Comeback Victory
On Monday, Brazil advanced to the next phase after mounting a 2-1 comeback victory over Japan in Houston. Kaishu Sano gave Japan the lead on the half-hour mark, but Brazil responded after the interval with Casemiro equalising before Gabriel Martinelli netted a stoppage-time winner.
Morocco Win on Penalties
Overnight, Morocco became the fourth nation to secure their place in the last 16 following a penalty shootout victory over the Netherlands. Cody Gakpo appeared to have clinched it for Ronald Koeman's side in the 72nd minute, before Issa Diop equalised for Morocco in the 91st minute. Despite Morocco creating chances to win during extra-time, they sealed progression on penalties, prevailing 3-2 in a tense shootout in Mexico.
Emotional Gakpo Tribute
There was a poignant moment involving Gakpo after he found the net for the Netherlands, just days after the loss of his unborn son. After collapsing to the turf, his Dutch team-mates rushed to console him. Micky van de Ven planted a kiss on his head as Gakpo wept, before burying his face in his shirt, while Virgil van Dijk held him close. The former PSV forward pointed skywards in tribute to his unborn child as he made his way back to the centre circle.
Heat Warning in New York
Meanwhile, temperatures are forecast to soar in New York over the coming days, with the city's mayor issuing a warning about "extremely dangerous conditions." Zohran Mandani said the heat would climb above 37 degrees Celsius from Wednesday through to at least Saturday, potentially hitting 42 degrees Celsius on Friday. "Under the City's Heat Emergency Plan, the City has been planning since last week for what may be a historic heat wave," he posted on X. "Authorities will activate hundreds of free cooling locations across the city from Wednesday," he added.
