Como confirmed their strength in Serie A, triumphing 2‑0 over Sassuolo at home. The result was achieved thanks to a rapid "turnover" of players, two debuts by starters and a brace from Tasos Douvikas, who closed the eighth day with a decisive goal in the 60th minute.
Coach Cesc Fabregas has decided to radically change the lineup for the Champions League match against Manchester United. After having four changes of faces, he introduced Willy Kambwala and Samuele Ricci into the starting eleven, trying a new combination in defense and midfield. Kambwala, the Congolese defender, failed to fully convince from the first minute, while Ricci fulfilled his role without emerging as the focal point of the midfield.
Despite the uncertainties on the pitch, Como maintained their defensive solidity for the first 45 minutes, avoiding goals and then taking advantage of a triple substitution (Milla, Ramon and Addai) which generated immediate energy. Three minutes into the second half, Douvikas hit a precise center that led to the first goal of the match. The young striker, who played three consecutive top-level matches against Fiorentina, Manchester United and Sassuolo, has shown remarkable resilience, completing 270 minutes in total and scoring four goals in the three most recent matches.
Douvikas' brace consolidated his position as a key element of the team. Acquired from Celta Vigo for €14 million in February 2025, his value rose to €30-35 million, making him one of Fabregas' most profitable signings. The goal in the 60th minute ended the match with a convincing victory, confirming Como's ability to manage formation shifts without compromising the offensive performance.
With this victory, Como positions itself favorably in the standings, maintaining pressure on the relegation zone. The team will have to continue to take advantage of Fabregas' tactical flexibility and consolidate their defensive solidity to face the next Serie A challenges. The next match will be an opportunity to test whether the new approach will remain effective against opponents of a similar level.