RismadarVoice Reporters
August 31, 2026
Como’s rise in Italian football has continued as the club moves beyond its status as Serie A’s surprise team and begins to establish itself as a potential title contender.
The ambitious side, based near the fashionable Lake Como, strengthened its reputation after securing a 2-1 away victory against Napoli, a club that has won the Serie A title twice in the last four seasons.
The result has boosted confidence within Cesc Fabregas’ squad as Como prepares for its first-ever Champions League campaign.
The Italian club is set to face a challenging European schedule, with reigning champions Paris Saint-Germain, Manchester United and Barcelona among the high-profile opponents awaiting them in the competition.
Como’s rapid transformation has been driven by significant investment and strategic recruitment, helping the club progress from a lower-profile side to one capable of competing against Italy’s established teams.
Fabregas, who has overseen the team’s development, will now lead Como into a historic Champions League journey as the club looks to test itself against Europe’s elite sides.
