Como recorded a landmark Champions League result after thrashing Manchester United 4-1 to underline their resurgence under Cesc Fàbregas and deepen the pressure on the English club. Nico Paz inspired the hosts with a superb brace, while Tasos Douvikas and Jacobo Ramón also scored to complete a dominant performance. Joshua Zirkzee grabbed a late consolation for United, whose winless run stretched to seven matches.
Como’s rise from Serie B to the European stage has been remarkable, but the emphatic victory over the three-time European champions marked another milestone in the club’s resurgence. Argentina’s international Paz was the standout performer, producing two impressive solo efforts on either side of Douvikas’ composed finish. Ramón then headed home to complete the rout as Como secured their second win of the league phase and moved to six points.
The hosts displayed greater attacking precision throughout the contest, exploiting United’s defensive shortcomings and lack of confidence. United had an early opportunity to take the lead when Diogo Dalot’s curling effort drifted narrowly wide of the far post. Como responded with greater urgency and clinical finishing, exposing the visitors’ defensive vulnerabilities. The defeat intensified scrutiny of manager Michael Carrick, whose side have struggled for consistency this season.
United had already endured a difficult run of results, with three draws and three defeats in all competitions raising concerns about their form ahead of the trip to Italy. The heavy loss extended their winless run to seven matches and increased the pressure on Carrick to find an immediate solution. Manchester United arrived in Italy seeking to arrest their slide after a disappointing start to the campaign.
With only three points from their first three league-phase matches, United face an uphill battle to improve their position in Europe.