- Mikel Merino scored the only goal of a disappointing contest at the Emirates as Arsenal pulled clear in second place and to within 12 points of runaway leaders Liverpool.
- The win meant KCB solidified their place in the top four, now fourth with 39 points, while Ulinzi are tenth with 28 points on the Premier League log.
- Upper Hill signalled their intent to reclaim their title from the onset with Harrison Kombe dodging past Nairobi School's defence to score in the 11th minute.
- Erling Haaland and Omar Marmoush put City in front, but high-flying Brighton extended their unbeaten run to seven games thanks to Pervis Estupinan's free-kick and an Abdukodir Khusanov own goal.
- The paramilitary side, known for their aggressive attacking play and rock-solid defense, secured their sixth consecutive win, earning two crucial points in their push for a top-three finish.
- Leaders Barcelona are a point ahead of Diego Simeone's Atletico, third, going into the huge title clash at the Metropolitano stadium in the Spanish capital.
- Capello, a former England, AC Milan and Real Madrid boss, said in an interview with Spanish newspaper El Mundo this week that Guardiola's "arrogance has cost him several Champions League titles".
- In the first final of the English domestic season, runaway Premier League leaders Liverpool head to Wembley aiming to erase the bitter taste of their Champions League exit against Paris Saint-Germain on Tuesday.
- The Red Bull driver struggled with grip on Friday, finishing seventh in second practice as he embarked on his bid to become only the second driver after Michael Schumacher to win five straight world crowns.
- The coach asked members of the media during his press conference to raise their hand if they had seen a replay in which it was clear Alvarez had touched the ball twice.