- Germany scored five goals in the first half of its World Cup semifinal match against Brazil. Fans of the host country could be seen leaving the stadium before half time. (July 8)
Alemanha 7 x 0 Brasil
- Germany scored five goals in the opening 30 minutes, including a record-setting 16th from Miroslav Klose, en route to an astounding 7-1 win over Brazil in the World Cup semifinals. (July 8)
- Brazil Fans Cry After World Cup Loss
The tears started flowing before half time, and by the end of a 7-1 shellacking in the World Cup semifinal, millions across Brazil were in dazed, damp-eyed disbelief. (July 8)
