Germany knocked out of 2026 World Cup on penalties as Tah misses, Canale scores decisive spot-kick
Four-time champions Germany have been eliminated from the 2026 World Cup in a penalty shootout, with Jonathan Tah blazing over in sudden death and Jose Canale converting the winning kick.
Germany's national football team, winners of the World Cup four times, have been knocked out of the 2026 edition. The decisive match was settled by a penalty shootout that ended in dramatic fashion.
After extra time failed to separate the sides, the contest moved to spot-kicks. Both teams converted their initial penalties, leading to sudden death. German defender Jonathan Tah stepped up but sent his effort over the crossbar.
That miss opened the door for the opposition. Jose Canale kept his composure and slotted home the winning penalty, ending Germany's hopes of progressing further.
The defeat is a bitter blow for the German squad and their supporters, who expected a deeper run in the tournament. Germany, as four-time champions, were considered strong contenders but now face an early exit.
