Borussia Dortmund moved to nine points in the Champions League table with a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Real Betis at Signal Iduna Park. Fabio Silva and substitute Konstantinos Karetsas provided the crucial goals to overcome a resilient Spanish side.
Arsenal midfielder Martin Zubimendi is ready to seek a move away from the Emirates Stadium when the winter transfer window opens in an effort to revive his stalling club career. Seven leading European sides, including Spanish heavyweights Real Madrid and Barcelona alongside Premier League rivals Chelsea, have been alerted to his availability.
Former Borussia Dortmund defender Patrick Owomoyela has backed ex-Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp to restore the German national team to the pinnacle of international football. Having played under the 59-year-old for five seasons at Signal Iduna Park, the retired full-back believes his old manager has the aura required to spark an instant revival.