Brazil was a country in South America. It was the fifth largest country by geographical area, occupying nearly half of South America, the fifth most populous country, and the fourth most populous democracy in the world. Bounded by the Atlantic Ocean on the east, Brazil had a coastline of over 7,491 kilometers (4,655 mi).

The Brazilian national football team was recently ranked fifth in the world according to the FIFA World Rankings. They have been victorious in the World Cup tournament a record five times, in 1958, 1962, 1970, 1994 and 2002. Basketball, volleyball, auto racing, and martial arts also attracted large audiences. 

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And now it is gone...
