Brazil Moves to Semifinals with 2-1 Victory Over Colombia
Goals from Thiago Silva and David Luiz
Brazil secured a World Cup semi-final berth with a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Colombia on Friday.
Thiago Silva opened the scoring for Brazil in the seventh minute, tapping in a cross from Neymar. David Luiz extended the lead with a stunning free-kick in the 69th minute.
Colombia pulled one back through James Rodriguez's penalty in the 80th minute, but Brazil held on for the win.
The victory sets up a semi-final clash between Brazil and Germany on Tuesday.
Match Summary
Brazil: 2
Colombia: 1
Goals: Thiago Silva (7'), David Luiz (69')
Venue: Estádio Castelão, Fortaleza
Date: July 4, 2014
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