Eusebio Di Francesco felt Sassuolo did all they could in the circumstances for their 2-0 defeat to Napoli.
The Neroverdi were forced into two substitutions in the opening 22 minutes, losing defenders Luca Antei and Paolo Cannavaro.
“In the first half and especially the opening 20 minutes we played pretty well, despite the numerous absentees,” Di Francesco told Sky Sport Italia.
Eusebio Di Francesco felt Sassuolo did all they could in the circumstances for their 2-0 defeat to Napoli.
The Neroverdi were forced into two substitutions in the opening 22 minutes, losing defenders Luca Antei and Paolo Cannavaro.
“In the first half and especially the opening 20 minutes we played pretty well, despite the numerous absentees,” Di Francesco told Sky Sport Italia.
“Napoli took the lead with a fortunate goal from Duvan Zapata and we made some mistakes. I wanted us to put more pressure on them, but in any case I say it was a good performance.
“If it weren’t for that great Mariano Andujar save in the final 10 minutes, we could’ve opened the game up against 10 men.
“Up until their goal, Napoli hadn’t created all that much.”
Sassuolo remain mid-table after a second consecutive defeat.
“We have not achieved safety yet, but I am satisfied with the way the team plays. Right now I am more worried about the injuries in defence. In these situations the team can become more united than ever.”