The agony and ecstasy of Brazil's 1-7 defeat to Germany

A Brazil fan cries as she watches her team kicked out of the tournament. Credit: REUTERS/Ueslei Marcelino

There were faces of both joy and despair as Brazil crashed out of the World Cup and Germany made it into the final after they beat the host nation 7-1.

A kiss and a smile as Germany beat Brazil 7-1 to make it into the World Cup final. Credit: REUTERS/Thomas Peter
Brazilian fans and players were in tears following the semi-final match. Credit: REUTERS/Marcos Brindicci
German fans in Berlin celebrate their World Cup semi-final win at the Fanmeile public viewing area. Credit: REUTERS/Thomas Peter
A Brazil fan walks in the rain after watching a broadcast of the World Cup semi-final. Credit: REUTERS/Jorge Silva
German fans celebrate their 7-1 win against the host nation Brazil. Credit: REUTERS/Pilar Olivares