Hamsik: ‘Tie is still open’

Marek Hamsik sees an “open” Europa League tie after Napoli lost the first leg 1-0 away to Villarreal.

A late Denis Suarez free kick was the only difference between the sides.

“It’s a shame, as once again we conceded a goal right at the end,” Hamsik told Sky Sport Italia.

Marek Hamsik sees an “open” Europa League tie after Napoli lost the first leg 1-0 away to Villarreal.

A late Denis Suarez free kick was the only difference between the sides.

“It’s a shame, as once again we conceded a goal right at the end,” Hamsik told Sky Sport Italia.

“However, we have a second leg to play too and I think it’s an open tie. We did better in attack tonight compared to against Juventus, but were still unable to score.

“A goal really would’ve helped us for the second leg, but we can still turn this result around. We created chances and it’s just a pity we didn’t convert them.”