Germany vs Paraguay World Cup prediction, betting odds tips, match preview & lineups World Cup 2026!
Germany vs Paraguay prediction today? Germany begin their FIFA World Cup knockout campaign on Monday with a Round of 32 clash against Paraguay at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts.
After finishing top of Group E with six points, despite a surprise defeat to Ecuador in their final group fixture, Julian Nagelsmann’s side will be determined to get back to winning ways.
Paraguay, meanwhile, qualified as one of the tournament’s best third-placed teams after collecting four points in Group D and have already proven they can compete under pressure.
With a place in the Round of 16 on the line, where either France or Sweden await, Germany are clear favourites, but Paraguay will believe they have the resilience to produce another World Cup shock in this high-stakes knockout encounter.
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Germany vs Paraguay World Cup match will be played on Monday, 29 June 2026 and the kick-off time is 16:30 ET / 21:30 BST.
Read on for our Germany vs Paraguay World Cup 2026 prediction for Monday’s match. Watch & Bet on Football =>
Germany vs Paraguay odds and betting tips (1X2)
What are the Germany vs Paraguay predictions according to the winner odds?
| Odds Germany vs Paraguay 1X2 | ||
| 1 | X | 2 |
| 1.40 | 5.00 | 9.00 |
| Odds Germany vs Paraguay 1X, 12 & X2 | ||
| 1X | 12 | 2X |
| 1.05 | 1.80 | 1.65 |
| Odds Both Teams To Score (BTTS) | ||
| YES | NO | |
| 2.00 | 1.80 | |
| Odds To Score Over/Under 2.5 Goals |
||
| O 2,5 | U 2,5 | |
| 2.10 | 1.70 | |
What are the odds of Germany beating Paraguay?
The odds for Germany vs Paraguay suggest that Nagelsmann’s side are overwhelming favourites to advance to the Round of 16.
Germany are priced as high as 1.40 with bet365 on the 90-minute money line with FanDuel, with Paraguay at +800 and a draw at 5.00 with bet365.
An overwhelming 94% of bets placed on an outright winner favour Germany. The over/under for total goals is 2.5.
Germany vs Paraguay betting odds and tips – here is our Germany vs Paraguay predictions, odds and betting tips!
Germany vs Paraguay betting tips? Here are the best Germany vs Paraguay betting odds and our Paraguay vs Germany predictions and betting tips.
We expect Germany to defeat Paraguay at around 1.40 with bet365. Below you can read the reasons behind our Germany vs Paraguay betting tips prediction.
Germany have been one of the most explosive teams at this tournament and one of the most puzzling.
Nagelsmann’s men opened their campaign with a breathtaking 7-1 demolition of Curacao in Houston, a performance that announced their attacking intent to the rest of the tournament.
A gritty 2-1 victory over Ivory Coast in Toronto followed, with substitute Deniz Undav scoring twice, including a late winner, to secure Germany’s place in the knockout rounds with a match to spare.
Then came the Ecuador match. Germany took the lead inside two minutes through Leroy Sane, but a Nilson Angulo thunderbolt levelled the scores seven minutes later.
Later, Gonzalo Plata bundled home a 77th-minute winner from a corner to complete the comeback.
It was a defeat that snapped Germany’s 11-match winning streak and raised uncomfortable questions about their defensive fragility.
Paraguay, meanwhile, have followed a different path to the knockout stages. Gustavo Alfaro’s side endured a nightmare start, losing 4-1 to the United States in their opener.
But they showed character to bounce back with a 1-0 victory over Turkey, before grinding out a goalless draw against Australia that proved sufficient to secure their place among the best third-placed teams. They finished Group D with four points.
The key question is whether Germany can rediscover their attacking fluency and defensive solidity. They have the firepower, Kai Havertz, Jamal Musiala, Florian Wirtz and Leroy Sané are among the most devastating attacking quartets in the tournament. Watch & Bet on Football =>
Germany vs Paraguay winner prediction today
Our Germany vs Paraguay full time prediction is the Germany to win easy at 1.40 with bet365.
| 1 | X | 2 |
| 1.40 | 5.00 | 9.00 |
Odds Germany vs Paraguay Both Teams To Score Goal (BTTS)
What are the best odds on both teams to score goals? We expect both teams to score (BTTS Yes) at around evens 2.00.
Germany’s defence has looked vulnerable they conceded in all three group matches, while Paraguay have scored in two of their three games. A Germany win and both teams to score is a popular betting angle.
| BTTS YES | BTTS NO |
| 2.00 | 1.80 |
Odds Paraguay vs Germany To Score Over/Under 2.5 Goals
What are the best odds on over and under 2.5 goals? We expect over 2.5 goals at 1.71 in this World Cup fixture.
Germany’s matches have been high-scoring affairs, they’ve gone over 2.5 goals in all three group games while Paraguay’s goalless draw with Australia was the exception rather than the rule.
| Over 2.5 goals | Under 2.5 goals |
| 1.71 | 2.10 |
Germany vs Paraguay correct score prediction
Our Germany vs Paraguay correct score prediction is Germany to win 2-1 at 8.50 with bet365.
Germany vs Paraguay first goal scorer prediction
Florian Wirtz has been Germany’s creative heartbeat at this tournament, assisting Sane’s opener against Ecuador and pulling the strings throughout the group stage.
| Germany goal scorers | First goal scorer | To score goal |
| Kai Havertz | 5.00 | 2.20 |
| Florian Writz | 5.50 | 2.80 |
| Jamal Musiala | 6.00 | 3.00 |
| Leroy Sane | 6.50 | 6.50 |
Miguel Almirón, returning from suspension, will be Paraguay’s biggest threat.
| Paraguay goal scorers | First goal scorer | To score goal |
| Miguel Almiron | 9.00 | 4.50 |
| Julio Enciso | 10.00 | 5.00 |
| Gabriel Avalos | 11.00 | 5.50 |
| Derlis Gonzalez | 12.00 | 6.00 |
Our Germany vs Paraguay first goal scorer prediction is that we expect Germany’s Kai Havertz to score first goal at 5.00 with bet365.
Reasons for Germany vs Paraguay predictions
Here are our reasons for our Germany vs Paraguay prediction and betting tips.
Germany are overwhelming favourites with 1.40 with bet365 due to their squad quality, tournament experience and the sheer depth of attacking talent at Nagelsmann’s disposal.
The Germans are back in the knockout round for the first time since they won it all in 2014.
Paraguay have shown character to reach the knockout stages, but they have been far from convincing. Their 4-1 defeat to the United States exposed defensive vulnerabilities.
They are the fourth-best third-place team in the tournament and face a Germany side that has been among the most explosive in the competition.
The history also favours Germany. The two teams have only met once before in a World Cup a Round of 16 clash in 2002 which Germany won 1-0.
Paraguay will be seeking revenge, but Germany’s superior quality and tournament pedigree should prove decisive.
Our Germany vs Paraguay prediction and betting odds tips
Here are our Germany vs Paraguay predictions and betting odds and our betting tips for the weekend match in the World Cup 2026.
| Market | Predictions | Odds |
|---|---|---|
| Full Time Result | Germany Win | 1.40 |
| Both Teams To Score | Yes | 2.00 |
| Over/Under 2.5 Goals | Over 2.5 Goals | 1.71 |
| Correct Score | Germany 2-1 Paraguay | 8.50 |
| First Goalscorer | Kai Havertz | 5.00 |
Germany vs Paraguay Head to Head Matches Results, Form & Predicted Lineups
Germany and Paraguay have met only once before in a World Cup, a Round of 16 clash in 2002 that Germany won 1-0.
Monday’s match will be the second World Cup meeting between the two nations.
Germany vs Paraguay Head to Head Matches Results
Here is Germany vs Paraguay Head To Head Results:
| Games won by Germany: | 1 |
| Games drawn: | 1 |
| Games won by Paraguay: | 0 |
Germany vs Paraguay Previous Results
Oliver Neuville’s late goal in the 88th minute settled the 2002 encounter. Germany went on to reach the final, while Paraguay exited in the Round of 16. Paraguay will be seeking revenge on Monday.
Germany vs Paraguay last five matches
| Date | Match | Result | Score | Competition |
| 29 Jun 2026 | Germany vs Paraguay | FIFA World Cup | ||
| 15 Jun 2002 | Germany vs Paraguay | W | 1-0 | FIFA World Cup |
| 14 Aug 2013 | Germany vs Paraguay | D | 3-3 | International Friendly |
Germany last five matches results
Germany last 5 matches results and recent form: LWWWW
| Date | Match | Result | Score | Competition |
| 25 Jun 2026 | Germany vs Ecuador | L | 1-2 | FIFA World Cup |
| 20 Jun 2026 | Germany vs Ivory Coast | W | 2-1 | FIFA World Cup |
| 14 Jun 2026 | Germany vs Curacao | W | 7-1 | FIFA World Cup |
| 06 Jun 2026 | Germany vs USA | W | 2-1 | International Friendly |
| 31 May 2026 | Germany vs Finland | W | 4-0 | International Friendly |
Germany have won four of their last five matches across all competitions.
Paraguay last five matches results
Paraguay last 5 matches results and recent form: DWLDL
| Date | Match | Result | Score | Competition |
| 25 Jun 2026 | Paraguay vs Australia | D | 0-0 | FIFA World Cup |
| 19 Jun 2026 | Paraguay vs Turkey | W | 1-0 | FIFA World Cup |
| 12 Jun 2026 | Paraguay vs USA | L | 1-4 | FIFA World Cup |
| 05 Jun 2026 | Paraguay vs Nicaragua | W | 4-0 | International Friendly |
| 31 Mar 2026 | Paraguay vs Morocco | W | 2-1 | International Friendly |
Paraguay have won two of their last five matches across all competitions.
Germany vs Paraguay team formations, predicted starting lineups & possible lineups today (XI)
Here are our Germany vs Paraguay predictions of the team formations and starting 11 lineups for the World Cup 2026 match today. Watch & Bet on Football =>
Germany team formation (4-2-3-1)
Germany are expected to line up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under Julian Nagelsmann. Nagelsmann’s side will look to dominate possession and use the creativity of Wirtz and Musiala to unlock Paraguay’s defence, with Havertz leading the line.
The defensive injury situation is a concern. Nico Schlotterbeck has been ruled out for the remainder of the tournament with an ankle injury.
Antonio Rüdiger will partner Jonathan Tah in central defence, with Joshua Kimmich operating at right-back. Nathaniel Brown is nursing a muscle injury but is expected to be fit to face Paraguay.
Paraguay team formation (5-3-2)
Paraguay are expected to deploy a 5-3-2 or 4-2-3-1 formation under Gustavo Alfaro. Alfaro’s side will look to stay compact, absorb pressure and hit on the counter through the pace of Miguel Almiron and Julio Enciso.
Miguel Almiron is available after serving a one-match suspension against Australia. Diego Gomez is suspended, while Omar Alderete is a doubt with a knee injury.
Germany vs Paraguay Starting Lineups
Here are the predicted Germany vs Paraguay starting lineups today.
Germany predicted starting lineup vs Paraguay today
Germany starting lineup XI (11):
GK: Manuel Neuer | RB: Joshua Kimmich | CB: Antonio Rüdiger | CB: Jonathan Tah | LB: Nathaniel Brown | CM: Felix Nmecha | CM: Aleksandar Pavlovic | RW: Leroy Sané | AM: Jamal Musiala | LW: Florian Wirtz | ST: Kai Havertz
Paraguay predicted starting lineup vs Germany today
Paraguay starting XI (11):
RWB: Juan José Cáceres | CB: Gustavo Gómez | CB: Omar Alderete (if fit) | CB: Fabián Balbuena | LWB: Santiago Arzamendia | CM: Andrés Cubas | CM: Mathías Villasanti | RW: Miguel Almirón | ST: Gabriel Ávalos | LW: Julio Enciso
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