Brazil won its first Olympic gold medal in soccer Saturday with a dramatic penalty kick by Neymar to defeat Germany, sending the nation into a frenzy. Before the decisive shot, Neymar picked up the ball and kissed it before placing it on the penalty spot. #BRA takes gold in soccer over #GER. Neymar, who skipped the Copa America to try to give the hosts the Olympic gold, avoided joining a long list stars who failed to win the gold for Brazil. The entire nation came to a standstill as people gathered to watch the game, erupting in cheers as Neymar clinched the gold.

Source: CBC News August 20, 2016 23:32 UTC