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: The tournament tied the record for the most goals scored (171), matching the 1998 World Cup .

: Unlike previous tournaments where teams stayed in one region, the vast geography of Brazil forced teams to travel thousands of miles between climate zones. 🎮 The Video Game: FIFA 14

Beyond the pitch, the tournament was a lightning rod for social and economic commentary: FIFA 2014

The 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil remains one of the most culturally and statistically significant tournaments in football history, often remembered for its staggering goal tally, technological debuts, and the "Mineiraço" shock that redefined Brazilian sports culture. ⚽ Tournament Highlights & Records

: Germany's semifinal demolition of Brazil was the largest margin of victory in a World Cup semifinal. : The tournament tied the record for the

: The phrase "Every day is a different 7-1" became a Brazilian linguistic staple used to describe daily struggles or corruption.

: Significant civil unrest occurred leading up to the event, with citizens protesting the misuse of public funds on stadiums versus essential social services. ⚽ Tournament Highlights & Records : Germany's semifinal

: Germany became the first European team to win a World Cup staged in the Americas.