Archive · 22 May 2025
Mueller Recalls Respectful Approach in Brazil's 2014 World Cup
In the 2014 World Cup, Thomas Mueller shared how Germany's coach, Joachim Loew, told the team to be respectful when they were winning 5-0 against Brazil in the semi-final.
Mueller remembers the coach's instructions to show respect to the Brazilian team and the people of Brazil.
Mueller also reflected on his experiences, including his role in the 4-0 victory against Argentina in 2010, and winning the Golden Boot.
He mentioned that the team's success in 2014 built on the experiences gained in the 2010 World Cup.
Mueller recalls the team's approach to the 2014 World Cup.
Joachim Loew instructed the team to be respectful against Brazil.
Germany was leading 5-0 against Brazil in the semi-final.
Mueller scored a goal in a 4-0 rout of Argentina in 2010.
Mueller won the Golden Boot and FIFA Best Young Player award in 2010.
- Who
- Thomas Mueller and Joachim Loew.
- What
- Mueller reflects on the 2014 World Cup and the team's approach.
- When
- The 2014 World Cup semi-final.
- Where
- Brazil, during the 2014 World Cup.
- Why
- To show respect and manage the situation against Brazil.
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Mueller's Perspective
Respect During the Match
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Mueller's Perspective
Coach Loew instructed the team to be respectful to the Brazilian team during the semi-final.
- Country
- Germany
- World Cup Year
- 2014
- Mueller's Goal Count in 2010 WC
- 5 goals
- Opponent in Semi-final
- Brazil
- Mueller's 2010 Awards
- Golden Boot and FIFA Best Young Player Award
- Score at Halftime vs Brazil
- 5-0