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Mineirao, officially Estadio Governador Magalhaes Pinto, is a football stadium in Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, Brazil. Opened in 1965, it serves as a major venue for Cruzeiro matches and has also hosted concerts and international competitions. It was used during the 2014 FIFA World Cup, including the semifinal in which Germany defeated Brazil 7-1, and during the football tournament at the 2016 Summer Olympics.

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What teams play their home matches at Mineirão?

Mineirão, officially named Estádio Governador Magalhães Pinto, hosts matches for both Cruzeiro and Atlético Mineiro, the two major football clubs of Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais. The stadium also serves as a venue for Brazilian national team matches and large concerts.

What famous match took place at Mineirão during the 2014 World Cup?

Mineirão was the site of Brazil's historic 7–1 defeat to Germany in the 2014 FIFA World Cup semi-final, one of the most shocking results in football history. The match, played on July 8, 2014, became known in Brazil as the 'Mineirazo,' evoking the trauma of the 1950 Maracanazo.

When was Mineirão built and last renovated?

Mineirão originally opened in 1965 in Belo Horizonte and underwent a major renovation completed in 2012 ahead of the 2014 FIFA World Cup. The renovation modernized the stadium's facilities and included sustainability features such as a rainwater harvesting and solar power system.

What is Mineirão's seating capacity?

After its 2012 renovation, Mineirão has a capacity of approximately 62,000 spectators for football matches. The stadium was one of twelve venues used during the 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil.

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