The field fell silent. Neymar dropped to his knees, his face buried in his hands. On the other side of the tournament, Cristiano Ronaldo also could not hold back his tears when the referee blew the final whistle.
Brazil and Portugal, two powerhouses carrying the hopes of millions, were left without a World Cup on the same day. Two careers full of titles and goals, but with that Cup still slipping through their fingers.
The cameras did not spare a single second of pain, and the images traveled the world within minutes. Because beyond the records, seeing idols cry reminds us of something simple: they are human too. 😢⚽