The Azzurri won 2-1, thanks to goals from Zielinski (3') and Fabian Ruiz (59'); Montoro scored for the Spaniards (25').
I The Neapolitans started very well, aggressive and with the desire to advance to the next round; in fact, Gattuso's team took just 3 minutes to take the lead, thanks to a great restart by Zielinski. Napoli was proactive, but at the first mistake they were punished by Montoro with a header that cut the Azzurri's legs off. Napoli didn't accept it and tried in every way to reopen the match, but without success. In the second half, Gattuso switched to 4-4-2, bringing on Ghoulam who immediately showed himself to be in great shape. The Neapolitans took the lead in the 59th minute with Fabian Ruiz, perfectly served by Insigne. Lots of running, a spirit of sacrifice and a desire to try, especially in the second half, with Napoli creating many goal opportunities. The result of the first leg weighed heavily, decreeing the exit of De Laurentiis' club from the Europa League. Never before have we seen a united, aggressive, but very tired Napoli. Many fights were almost fought on the pitch, due to nervousness and the desire to win on both sides. Now the Campanians will no longer have cups to play during the week and Gattuso has a fourth place to conquer.
Gianmarco Amato
Article published on 25 February 2021 - 21:01
