Como was defeated 3-2 by Feyenoord in Rotterdam on the second day of the Champions League group stage. The result, although the guest showed determination and managed to reopen the match at the end, was accompanied by criticism towards the tactical choices of coach Cesc Fàbregas. La Gazzetta dello Sport gave the coach a rating of 5, highlighting above all the decision to exclude Douvikas from the starting eleven and to make room for Kaiki, a choice which did not produce the desired results in a high-level competition.
At the end of the match, Fàbregas wanted to take responsibility for the defeat, stating: "Shoot on me and not on the team". The message underlines the awareness that, in the Champions League, every detail can make the difference and that the coach is ready to suffer the consequences of his choices. The team, despite not managing to overcome its rival, demonstrated character and will to improve.
Among the players, Assane Diao was the most appreciated, obtaining a rating of 6.5. The Spanish winger started the match with an excellent acceleration that led to the opening goal, but the action had a cost: a problem with his left flexor forced him to leave the pitch, a significant absence in a crucial phase of the competition. In contrast, Kaiki received the lowest rating, 4.5. The Brazilian, making his debut in the Champions League, struggled to find his position in the attacking midfield and had difficulties especially in the defensive phase. His uncertainty was also evident in Feyenoord's 2-1 goal, when he was slow to cover Hadj Moussa.
Como, despite the defeat, demonstrated that they have the will to compete at European level. Fàbregas' tactical decisions will be the subject of discussion in the coming days, while the team will have to focus on the next phase of the competition and try to recover the points lost. Como's next match will be an opportunity to demonstrate the ability to adapt and improve of the coach and his players.