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Portugal dethrones Spain in Nations League after penalty shootout
Portugal dethroned Spain on Sunday evening as the Nations League champions. In the final, Roberto Martínez’s team reached the penalty shootout thanks in part to a goal from Cristiano Ronaldo and proved more accurate from the spot.

Neymar apologizes after red card and lashes out at referee
On Sunday night, Neymar took to social media to apologize to his Santos teammates and fans for the deliberate handball against Botafogo. The forward received a second yellow card for the incident and may have played his final match for Santos.

Atlético Madrid and top scorer Griezmann extend their partnership
Antoine Griezmann and Atlético Madrid have reached an agreement on a new contract. The Frenchman has signed a new deal that runs until mid-2027.

Deco on Barça’s transfer plans and Yamal’s salary increase
Sporting director Deco has broadly revealed Barcelona’s transfer plans. Fans shouldn’t expect a wave of new signings, but rather a few targeted reinforcements. He also addressed the salary increase of star player Lamine Yamal.

Spalletti on Napoli's title win: 'I cried for two hours'
Italian national team coach Luciano Spalletti revealed that he cried for two hours while watching the title celebrations in Naples. The Italian manager won the league title with Napoli two years ago and was asked, ahead of the World Cup qualifying matches, how he experienced the parade.

These are the transfer budgets of all Premier League clubs and their targets
A football finance expert has shared his insights with the BBC on the transfer possibilities of next season's Premier League clubs. The first transfer window opened on Sunday, and clubs are already working on their first signings. VI lists their reported budgets and (intended) reinforcements.

Champions League finalist Acerbi refuses Italy call-up: 'I feel disrespected'
Francesco Acerbi appears to have played his final match for Italy. The 37-year-old defender from Champions League finalists Inter Milan has declined the call-up from national team coach Luciano Spalletti.

The stats: goal machine Ronaldo and finals go hand in hand
Cristiano Ronaldo not only won the Nations League with Portugal on Sunday, but also played a key role in the final against Spain by scoring a goal. The 40-year-old goal machine has now scored in the final of eleven different competitions and tournaments.

Flekken on his way to Leverkusen and is Ten Hag's first summer signing
Mark Flekken is the first summer signing for Erik ten Hag. The 31-year-old goalkeeper has signed a three-year contract with Bayer Leverkusen.

More medals than matches: Man City bids farewell to role model
Manchester City is parting ways with Scott Carson after six years. The contract of the 39-year-old goalkeeper will not be extended, the club announced through its official channels.