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

Tottenham Hotspur Tottenham got their UEFA Europa League campaign up and running in style with a 5-1 win over Asteris Tripolis on Thursday.

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

Villarreal edged the first leg of their Europa League quarter-final 2-1 against Sparta Prague, with Cedric Bakambu on target with a brace.

Rio Mavuba Former France international Rio Mavuba has signed a three-year deal at Sparta Prague, leaving Lille after nine years with the Ligue 1 club.

Tottenham Hotspur Tottenham produced a late turnaround to beat AEL 2-1 in the Europa League on Thursday, while Astra shocked Lyon with a 2-1 away win.

There was more disappointment for Liverpool in the Europa League, while Marseille suffered a surprise home defeat.

Charlie Austin Charlie Austin scored his first goals in European club competition as Southampton beat Sparta Prague 3-0 in the Europa League.

Sparta Praha David Lafata inspired Sparta Prague once again as they beat Malmo 4-2 in Tuesday's UEFA Champions League third qualifying round first leg.