Como marked their first-ever UEFA Champions League appearance with a spectacular win, crushing RB Leipzig 4-1 at the Stadio Giuseppe Sinigaglia. Martin Baturina, Anastasios Douvikas, Assane Diao and Máximo Perrone delivered the goals on a historic European night for Cesc Fàbregas’ side.
For football fans in Tanzania following the 2026/27 UEFA Champions League, Como’s remarkable rise has quickly become one of the competition’s most fascinating stories. Just over two years after competing in Serie B, the Italian club is now celebrating a convincing victory on Europe’s biggest club stage.
Baturina Makes Como History
There were few signs of nerves from the Champions League newcomers. Como immediately pressed Leipzig with the high-intensity football that has become a feature of Fàbregas’ team.
Maarten Vandevoordt was called into action early, denying Anastasios Douvikas and Nico Paz, although the move was eventually ruled offside.
The breakthrough soon arrived.
Martin Baturina recovered brilliantly after initially losing his footing, shifted the ball onto his right foot and drilled a composed finish into the bottom corner to score Como’s first-ever Champions League goal.
It was a historic moment—and Como was only getting started.
Douvikas Doubles Como’s Lead
Leipzig attempted to respond, with Antonio Nusa testing Jean Butez before the Como goalkeeper also denied Andrija Maksimović. Marc Guiu then wasted another opportunity when he headed wide.
Those missed chances proved expensive.
Approaching half-time, Baturina turned provider with an excellent pass into the path of Douvikas. The striker held off Castello Lukeba before confidently beating Vandevoordt to make it 2-0.
Como headed into the interval firmly in control of their Champions League debut.
Assane Diao Puts Como in Command
Leipzig returned with greater urgency after the break, but their attempts to mount a comeback were quickly dashed.
A slick Como attack involving Douvikas and Paz opened the space for Assane Diao, who fired across Vandevoordt and into the bottom corner for 3-0.
The hosts could have added another almost immediately when captain Lucas Da Cunha arrived at the end of a rapid counter-attack, only to volley wide with Leipzig’s goalkeeper stranded.
Maksimović Gives Leipzig Brief Hope
Leipzig finally found their breakthrough when Andrija Maksimović produced a superb first-time strike from outside the penalty area to reduce the deficit to 3-1.
Rather than panic, Como adapted.
Fàbregas’ men allowed Leipzig more possession while maintaining their defensive structure and waiting for opportunities to counter. Riddle Baku went close for the German side, but a genuine comeback never materialized.
Instead, Como had the final word.
Perrone Completes Historic 4-1 Victory
Deep into added time, Máximo Perrone calmly slotted home Como’s fourth goal, completing an unforgettable 4-1 Champions League victory.
The result keeps Como unbeaten through their opening four competitive fixtures of the 2026/27 season and underlines just how far the Italian club has progressed under Fàbregas.
For Leipzig, the situation is considerably less encouraging. Back-to-back defeats have increased the pressure, particularly with challenging fixtures against Bayer Leverkusen, Bayern Munich and Real Madrid approaching.
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Final Verdict
Como 4-1 RB Leipzig was more than simply three points—it was a statement.
From Baturina scoring the club’s historic first Champions League goal to Perrone completing the victory in stoppage time, Como played with the confidence of European regulars rather than debutants.
Cesc Fàbregas could hardly have scripted a better beginning.
The journey from Serie B to the Champions League was already remarkable. After dismantling Leipzig 4-1 on their debut, Como’s European adventure has suddenly become one worth watching closely.
