Brazil vs. Germany: The Historic 7-1 Semifinal
Prelude to the Match
The 2014 FIFA World Cup Semifinal between Brazil and Germany was a highly anticipated clash between two footballing giants. Brazil, the host nation, sought to reach the final on home soil, while Germany aimed to continue their dominant form in the tournament.
The Initial Shock
The match unfolded in a shocking manner. Germany took a commanding 5-0 lead by the 29th minute, leaving the Brazilian crowd stunned and the world in disbelief. Thomas Müller opened the scoring in the 11th minute, followed by Miroslav Klose's record-breaking goal in the 23rd minute. Toni Kroos then netted a brace in quick succession, and Sami Khedira added a fifth shortly after.
Heartbreak for Brazil
The remainder of the match was a painful experience for Brazil. André Schürrle extended Germany's lead to 6-0 in the 69th minute, before Oscar provided a brief glimmer of hope with a consolation goal in the 90th minute. However, Schürrle completed his brace in injury time, sealing a remarkable 7-1 victory for Germany.
Aftermath and Legacy
The Brazil vs. Germany match became one of the most iconic and humiliating defeats in football history. It shattered Brazil's dreams of winning the World Cup on home soil and left an indelible mark on the nation's footballing psyche. Germany, on the other hand, advanced to the final, where they went on to defeat Argentina and claim their fourth World Cup title.
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