Semi-final shocker Brazil 1 - Germany 7:Fans were left in tears as the Selecao dramatically failed to see off a resilient German side

 The dreams of millions of Brazilian football fans looked set to be shattered as Germany took a 5-0 lead against the host nation in the World Cup semi-final. Spectators inside in the The Mineirao Stadium in Belo Horizonte were seen in tears as their side succumbed to the deficit after just half an hour, leaving their dreams of a World Title in serious doubt. Germany's Thomas Muller scored first, starting a series of goals which included two in the space of a minute.

 Thomas Muller scored early to give Germans the lead after being left completely unmarked from a corner. Then a goal from Miroslav Klose, two from Toni Kroos and another from Sami Khedira followed to increase their lead. 

In the second half, the opponents increased their tally again through Andre Schurrle, making it 6-0 

The absence of Neymar and captain Thiago Silva saw an evening of high emotion pre-kick-off turn to a horror show.

The opening period was always going to be a testing one for Germany, with the partisan crowd baying every Brazilian touch and tackle.

Marcelo was cheered wildly after sending a 25-yard shot skimming a couple of yards wide, but there was a frantic feel to it and Germany looked capable of punishing any slackness. 

 Brazil's high tempo only served to make them vulnerable on the break and Germany made them pay again, this time Klose becoming a World Cup's record-breaker with 16 goals.

This was another blow to the host nation, as the previous record holder was Brazilian striker Ronaldo, who scored 15 in three tournaments. 

Another sweet passing move saw Muller lay the ball off and although Cesar stopped his first effort, Klose buried the rebound.

Two minutes later and it was 3-0, Lahm's cross going all the way across the area for Kroos to slam home left-footed from 18 yards.

Another two minutes, another goal. From a goal-kick Fernandinho was robbed by Khedira who unselfishly played in Kroos for a virtual tap-in for 4-0.

By this time Brazil fans were in tears and a few leaving their seats, but the German machine marched on mercilessly.

Less than half an hour gone and the hosts were 5-0 down. Ozil, who had come alive in this match, tormented the defence and exchanged passes to set up Khedira for a first-time finish.