Thomas Frank was pleased to see Tottenham grind out a "big win" on their Champions League return, but Villarreal counterpart Marcelino bemoaned the fact Xavi Simons stayed on the pitch.An embarrassing fourth-minute own goal by Luiz Junior helped Spurs end their 923-day wait to resume participation in Europe's elite competition with three points.The Villarreal goalkeeper claimed Lucas Bergvall's cross ahead of Richarlison before it spilled through his grasp and over the line. It settled a contest

Thomas Frank was pleased to see Tottenham grind out a "big win" on their Champions League return, but Villarreal counterpart Marcelino bemoaned the fact Xavi Simons stayed on the pitch.An embarrassing fourth-minute own goal by Luiz Junior helped Spurs end their 923-day wait to resume participation in Europe's elite competition with three points.The Villarreal goalkeeper claimed Lucas Bergvall's cross ahead of Richarlison before it spilled through his grasp and over the line. It settled a contest low on chances with only one shot on target by either team.