2014
🇩🇪 Germany1–0 (AET)🇦🇷 Argentina

🇧🇷 Host: Brazil

The Story

Germany's 7-1 demolition of Brazil in the semi-final shocked the world. Götze's chest-and-volley in the Maracanã final broke Argentine hearts.

Formation
4-3-3
Coach
Joachim Löw
Golden Ball
Lionel Messi
Golden Boot
James Rodríguez (6 goals)

Key Players

Manuel NeuerToni KroosThomas MüllerMario GötzePhilipp Lahm

Classic Matches

Semi-final: Brazil 1–7 Germany

The most shocking result in World Cup history. Germany scored five goals in 18 first-half minutes against the hosts in the Mineirazo.

Final: Germany 1–0 Argentina (AET)

Mario Götze's chest-and-volley in the 113th minute settled a tense final at the Maracanã, denying Messi his crowning moment.