Mourino stunner helps Villarreal beat Napoli 3-1 for first Champions League win in eight
Santiago Mourino's brilliant strike helped Villarreal come from behind to beat Napoli 3-1, securing their first Champions League win in eight matches.
Villarreal secured their first Champions League victory in eight matches by defeating Napoli 3-1 at home on Tuesday. The Spanish side had to come from behind after conceding first, but a brilliant strike from Santiago Mourino helped turn the game around.
Napoli took the lead, but Villarreal responded before half-time. Mourino's stunning goal was the highlight of the comeback, and the home side added two more goals to seal the win. The result marks a significant moment for Villarreal, who had not won in Europe's top competition since their previous eight outings.
For Napoli, the defeat is a setback in their Champions League campaign. The Italian side had hoped to build momentum but were undone by Villarreal's resilience and Mourino's moment of brilliance. The match report is available to UK users only.
Fans on social media praised Mourino's strike, with many calling it one of the goals of the season. Some Napoli supporters expressed frustration at their team's defensive lapse, while Villarreal fans celebrated a long-awaited win. The result leaves both teams with work to do in their respective group campaigns.
