Franklin Foer

A Brazil fan sits alone in the stands at the end of the 2014 World Cup semi-finals against Germany. Fans were in a state of stunned disbelief at the most amazing World Cup result of all time.

What Brazil’s humiliating loss could mean for the country

July 9, 2014Sports

Brazilians are reeling from the national team’s loss to Germany on Tuesday in the World Cup. How will the country bounce back after the humiliating defeat?
Brazilians are reeling from the national team’s loss to Germany on Tuesday in the World Cup. How will the country bounce back after the humiliating defeat?

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