Fulham boss Roy Hodgson is well aware that his side still needs to work hard for at least 90 minutes if they are to progress to the final of the Europa League.

The Cottagers held German side Hamburg to a scoreless draw at the Nordbank Arena on Thursday night but Hodgson is refusing to believes that the second leg at Craven Cottage will take of itself, especially against such a dangerous team.

"It would be worse than dangerous, it would be downright foolish," said Hodgson.

"We are at half-time, and we have to play another 90 minute half.

"Not many people leave stadiums at half-time, or go for a cup of tea thinking the game has been won.

"There is a lot of football to be played and Hamburg are a very good team. If they score a goal next week the advantage passes to them.

"The tie is open but I am delighted about that because it is very easy to put yourself out of contention."