Excuse me ? Amy Bass : Brazil trashed by Germany at World Cup , but it was more : It was historic . She says Germany 's rout , with fast , furious play , denied Brazil its sure - thing advantage . She says mistakes can be made , but Germany was great ; the coach wisely said ` ` and goes on '' Bass : Brazil fans gave splendid display of ` ` beautiful football '' by standing in tribute to Germany .
Amy Bass : Brazil trashed by Germany at World Cup , but it was more : It was historic . She says Germany 's rout , with fast , furious play , denied Brazil its sure - thing advantage . She says mistakes can be made , but Germany was great ; the coach wisely said ` ` and goes on '' Bass : Brazil fans gave splendid display of ` ` beautiful football '' by standing in tribute to Germany .