Borussia Dortmund got off lightly in the UEFA Europa League draw, while Fiorentina boss Paulo Sousa will find himself in familiar territory.
Borussia Dortmund was handed a kind draw for the UEFA Europa League group stage on Friday, contesting Group C against PAOK, Krasnodar and Gabala.
Dortmund failed to qualify for the UEFA Champions League following a disappointing Bundesliga campaign last term, but – despite having to travel long distances – will be confident of pushing for glory in Europe's second-tier competition, which the team has never won.
Thomas Tuchel's side overcame Odd of Norway in the playoff round to reach the pool phase.