Britain's benchmark index hit a record high on Friday and was set to log its best month in more than two years, while investors prepared for the Bank of England's rate decision next week.
Real Madrid have to play Man City or Celtic in the Champions League play-offs after failing to finish in the top eight despite comfortably beating Brest.
Ollie Watkins helps Aston Villa into the last 16 of the Champions League with win against Celtic - hours after Arsenal's approach for the England striker was made public.