Scott McTominay scored his fourth goal in five matches but could not prevent Napoli from being held to a 1-1 draw by 10-man Copenhagen in the Champions League. The result leaves the Serie A side's European future in jeopardy as they languish in 23rd place in the 36-team table.
Former Manchester United midfielder McTominay put Napoli ahead early in the second half, but Jordan Larsson equalised for the Danish champions with 18 minutes remaining. Copenhagen had been reduced to 10 men after Thomas Delaney's 35th-minute red card.
Italian media were critical of much of the Napoli team, but McTominay was singled out for praise. Il Messaggero and Gazzetta both awarded him 7/10, with Il Messaggero describing him as 'absolutely decisive'. In contrast, Rasmus Hojlund, on loan from Manchester United, was given a 5/10 and criticised for 'struggling too much'.
McTominay did not hold back in his assessment, telling Sky Sport Italia: 'We should have won that game, it's unacceptable. We should have scored the second and third goals to close out the game. It's really disappointing.'
Napoli must now beat Chelsea in their final group match to guarantee a place in the play-off round. McTominay added: 'Chelsea are an excellent team. We have to try and give everything to improve in the Champions League.'
