In the first match of the 1/16 finals of the Europa League, the Neapolitans lost to Leipzig at home 1: 3.

On the eve of the return match, Napoli head coach Maurizio Sarri commented on the result of the match in Italy and told about the team's goals for the away game.

"In the first match we looked like clowns. 70 percent of the blame lies with me, with another 10 percent at the club, players and staff, "Sarri began..

"Unambiguously, the reservists of the team have nothing to do with it, because the game was finally lost with the release on the field of the players'.

"In the second leg, we must demonstrate the will to win and the desire to improve the situation.

In our pair, Leipzig is the favorite of ".

"Naturally, at the moment for us in the first place Serie A. In all tournaments we will be able to compete only if the bench of Napoli increases, "said Sarri.

The return match between Napoli and Leipzig will be held on February 22 and will start at 20:00 Kiev time.

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