Real Madrid came from behind to beat Union Berlin and reach the Champions League last 16 with a 100% record in the group stages.
Manchester United crashed out of the Champions League group following a 1-0 defeat to Bayern Munich at Old Trafford.
A much-changed Arsenal were held to a 1-1 draw at PSV Eindhoven in their final match of the Champions League group stage.
Nigeria and Napoli striker Victor Osimhen was named the men's African Player of the Year at the CAF Awards ceremony in Marrakesh, Morocco.
Erik ten Hag acknowledged he had received advice not to take on the "impossible job" of managing Manchester United, but he acknowledged he was unable to turn down the challenge at Old Trafford.
Mohamed Salah, Achraf Hakimi and Victor Osimhen is in line for the African Player of the Year Award, the Confederation of African Football announced.
Scott McTominay has called on Manchester United to show consistency after claiming a hard-fought 2-1 win against Chelsea at Old Trafford in the Premier League.
Chelsea captain Reece James has sought out leadership advice from Rugby World Cup-winning captain Siya Kolisi during the recent international break.
Bruno Fernandes believes his Manchester United teammate Alejandro Garnacho can be "something special" after his sublime overhead kick against Everton.
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has stressed the importance of wrapping up top spot in their Champions League group.