UEFA have dismissed Real Madrid's appeal against sanctions imposed on Antonio Rudiger, Kylian Mbappe, and Dani Ceballos following their actions in the Champions League round of 16 second leg against Atletico Madrid last March.
Mozambique defender Reinildo Mandava has parted ways with Atletico Madrid and is set for a move to Premier League side Sunderland on a free transfer.
Atletico Madrid's early exit from the Club World Cup wasn't sealed by scandal or injustice - it was sealed by something far simpler: not being good enough.
Atletico Madrid claimed a 1-0 win over Botafogo on Monday, but it wasn't enough to save their Club World Cup campaign as the Brazilian side advanced to the last 16 on goal difference.
Barcelona sporting director Deco revealed the club is interested in signing Nico Williams but said they will only do so if details of the deal suit Barca.
Diego Simeone, Atletico Madrid's head coach, was left to rue a 4-0 demolition by Paris Saint-Germain in their FIFA Club World Cup clash at the Rose Bowl.