The final took place at the home ground of one of the finalists, rather than a neutral venue.
[1] From the second season of the competition, the off-side law was applied from the edge of the penalty areas only (instead of the half-way line).
[1] This measure was designed to reduce midfield congestion and promote more goals, at a time when defences were becoming much better organised.
The first footballer to take a kick was George Best, and the first to miss was Denis Law, whose attempt was saved by Hull goalkeeper Ian McKechnie.
It was put on display in the club trophy cabinet where, in 2018, it was spotted by the chairperson of Stoke City fan's council who helped arrange a share deal between Derby and Stoke City, who had been the last winners prior to the competition finishing.