Napoli striker Gonzalo Higuain struck a hat-trick as they defeated Europa League opponents Dinamo Moscow 3-1.Dinamo Moscow took a second minute before Higuain took control.

"It was a difficult game, especially after they scored so early, but fortunately we won and can go to Russia with a good margin," Higuain told Mediaset Premium.

"We will suffer in the second leg, but Napoli can progress in the competition. I don't think it's a problem that we didn't get the fourth goal. We have all it takes to reach the quarter-finals."

Higuain was asked whether he considered himself a 'leader' in the Napoli squad.

"I feel good, I am playing consistently and hope to now win in Serie A too. The whole team wants to win and we are all leaders.

"There's a long way to go, but we can make this a great season."