Midtjylland

Shane Long A first goal in 17 months from Jay Rodriguez spared Southampton a defeat in their Europa League qualifier against Midtjylland.

Shane Long After a faltering start to the Premier League season, Shane Long wants to see improvements against Midtjylland in the UEFA Europa League.

Scott Brown Several big name clubs including Ajax, Fiorentina and Marseille are all fighting to stay alive in this season's Europa League.

Fenerbahce and Shakhtar Donetsk shared a goalless draw in their UEFA Champions League qualifier as Monaco convincingly beat Young Boys.

The Europa League starts on Thursday and coaches Paulo Sousa and Thomas Tuchel will be keen to catch the eye for their new clubs.

Frank de Boer Four-time UEFA Champions League winners Ajax enter this year's competition in the qualifying round and Frank De Boer says they are ready.

Borussia Dortmund claimed a stunning comeback win as Jay Rodriguez's first Southampton goal in over a year salvaged a draw with Midtjylland.

Jurgen Klopp made a low-key Anfield debut as Liverpool were frustrated by Rubin Kazan, while Anderlecht beat Tottenham.

Liverpool booked their place in the knockout stages with a game to spare, but Celtic's hopes of a spot were dashed by Ajax.