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Today in History: Germany shatters Brazil 7-1 in World Cup semi-finals

7/8/2025

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On July 8, 2014, Germany triumphed over Brazil 7-1 in the semi-finals of the FIFA World Cup at Mineirão Stadium in Belo Horizonte. This shocking defeat marked one of the most significant upsets in World Cup history, breaking multiple tournament records. Brazil, missing key players Neymar and Thiago Silva, faced a formidable German team.

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On July 8, 2014, Germany triumphed over Brazil 7-1 in the semi-finals of the FIFA World Cup at Mineirão Stadium in Belo Horizonte. This shocking defeat marked one of the most significant upsets in World Cup history, breaking multiple tournament records. Brazil, missing key players Neymar and Thiago Silva, faced a formidable German team.