An overhead kick by Shinji Okazaki lifted Leicester over visiting Newcastle, 1-0, on Monday, a victory that restored Leicester’s Premier League lead to 5 points over Tottenham and spoiled Rafa Benítez’s debut as Newcastle’s coach.
u25a0 The F.A. Cup draw placed Watford and Crystal Palace in one semifinal. Manchester United will play Everton if United beats West Ham in a quarterfinal replay.
u25a0 Ian Ayre, who as Liverpool’s chief executive restored stability to the club, said he would leave his post next year.
u25a0 The Football Association of England charged Chelsea’s Diego Costa with improper conduct.