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Portugal vs. Sweden: Winners and Losers from 2015 UEFA European Under-21 Final

Sweden have been crowned kings of Europe after beating Portugal in the UEFA European Under-21 Championship final, succeeding on penalties after a 0-0 stalemate over 120 minutes.

Os Seleccao dominated the first 70 minutes but couldn't find a way through their opponents' rock-solid defensive lines, then tired and allowed the Nordic outfit to take control of the latter stages.

Some heroic blocking by Paul Oliveira and Tiago Ilori forced spot-kicks, and the Swedes prevailed 4-3 after William Carvalho missed the deciding penalty.

Here, B/R picks its winners and losers from the enthralling finale.