Brazil Reaches Semifinals with Victory over Colombia

Thiago Silva and David Luiz Goals Seal Win

Brazil advanced to the semifinals of the 2014 FIFA World Cup with a 2-1 victory over Colombia on Friday. Thiago Silva gave Brazil the lead in the seventh minute with a header from a corner kick. David Luiz doubled Brazil's advantage in the 69th minute with a stunning free kick.

Game Summary

Brazil dominated possession throughout the match and created several scoring chances. They came close to scoring in the first half when Neymar hit the post, but they were unable to add to their lead until the second half. Colombia had a few chances of their own, but they were unable to convert.

The match was marred by an injury to Neymar, who was stretchered off the field in the 88th minute. The severity of the injury is not yet known.

Brazil will face Germany in the semifinals on Tuesday. Colombia will face Argentina in the third-place game on Saturday.