Girona have struggled for continuity this season, but Michel hopes his team can improve after the winter break to fight for a European spot.

Bayer Leverkusen held on to earn a 3-2 win over Borussia Dortmund and move one point behind Bundesliga leaders Bayern Munich.

The Australian Open is just four days away, and Carlos Alcaraz ramped up his preparations with Wednesday's warm-up outing.