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Following Paraguay's victory over Germany, President Santiago Peña made good on his promise, declaring June 30th (Tuesday) a national holiday across the country to celebrate their win in the Round of 16 at the 2026 World Cup in the USA, Canada, and Mexico.
The head of state personally announced the news on his official X (formerly Twitter) account immediately after the dramatic match concluded.
“Paraguay never gives up. A holiday, damn it!” Santiago Peña posted.
The possibility of declaring a non-working day had been hinted at hours before the game by the spokesperson for the Paraguayan government, who confirmed the president's intention.
“The president mentioned he would analyze the situation. I wouldn't say the probability is high, but given the president's words, such a possibility exists,” the spokesperson stated, as quoted by Globo Esporte.
The country's legislation allows the executive branch to declare up to three additional public holidays annually, providing Santiago Peña with the legal means to formalize the measure.
All 104 matches of the 2026 World Cup in the USA, Canada, and Mexico can be watched live on bnt.sportal.bg.
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