: Germany's semifinal demolition of Brazil was the largest margin of victory in a World Cup semifinal.
: James Rodríguez won the Golden Boot with 6 goals, while Miroslav Klose became the all-time leading World Cup scorer. Cultural & Social Impact FIFA 2014
Beyond the pitch, the tournament was a lightning rod for social and economic commentary: : Germany's semifinal demolition of Brazil was the
: This was the first tournament to utilize Goal-Line Technology to ensure officiating accuracy. FIFA 2014
: 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