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Unique World Cup host Recife, site of U.S.-Germany, mired in turmoil

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Thousands turn out for the Galo da Madrugada, carnival parade in Recife, Pernambuco, Brazil, this past March.

Thousands turn out for the Galo da Madrugada, carnival parade in Recife, Pernambuco, Brazil, this past March.

Arena Pernambuco in Recife will host USA-Germany, the two teams' final match in World Cup group play.

Arena Pernambuco in Recife will host USA-Germany, the two teams' final match in World Cup group play.

James Young is a Brazil-based contributor to SI.com. He can be followed on Twitter @seeadarkness.

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