Como just unleashed an absolute avalanche, scoring nine goals away against Lens and rocketing themselves to fourth in the Champions League phase standings. This isn’t just a win, it’s a statement that’s got the entire continent buzzing.
The Historic Beatdown That Shocked Europe
Look, you probably heard it, but let’s say it again for emphasis: nine goals. NINE! Away from home. That 9-1 victory at Lens isn’t just a massive win, it’s officially one of the greatest in Italian soccer’s European history. We’re talking about a club that just became only the second team in #UCL history to score nine goals in a single game. Think about that.
And get this, after four Champions League matchdays, only PSG, Real Madrid, and Arsenal have done better than Como. Seriously. They’ve got a better goal difference than giants like Barcelona, Manchester City, and Liverpool. They’ve racked up more points than Bayern Munich or even their own Serie A rivals, Inter, AS Roma, and Napoli. If you were surprised by the scoreline, you shouldn’t be. This team is for real.
Fabregas Is Coaching Different
This isn’t some random explosion of goals. This is the direct result of a long-term project with a crystal-clear vision, powered by a genuinely talented roster and, crucially, one of Europe’s best emerging coaches: Cesc Fabregas. Remember him as a player? Yeah, he started his coaching journey right here at Como, taking charge of the Under-23 side and quickly making a name for himself in the country.
In just three years as first-team head coach, Fabregas has been on an absolute tear. He’s clinched promotion to Serie A, secured an impressive tenth-place finish in his first top-flight season, and then delivered Champions League qualification in his second full season. It’s not just about the results, either. Como consistently showcases a clear tactical identity built around attacking football and an intense high press, delivering some of the most entertaining performances the league has seen in recent years. Fabregas has a rock-solid philosophy, and he’s achieving these incredible results without ever compromising his vision for how the game should be played.
The club’s got his back, too. Fabregas is even a minority shareholder, which strengthens his position. When Inter came knocking in the summer of 2025, wanting him to replace Simone Inzaghi, Fabregas and the club stood firm and agreed to continue together despite interest from multiple clubs. That tells you everything you need to know about the commitment here.
The Vision: Built to Win on Their Own Terms
Como president Mirwan Suwarso has spoken openly about the possibility of Fabregas eventually leaving. Of course, more clubs will come calling for a coach this good. But let’s be real, finding another club that doesn’t just welcome his views and decisions but concretely supports them, like Como does, is a rare thing in modern soccer. There simply aren’t many clubs like that.
This whole project is built on Fabregas’s specific principles, a talented roster that includes players like Nico Paz, and a coach determined to deliver without compromise. With this kind of momentum, and sitting comfortably in fourth place in the Champions League standings, the focus remains on continuing to execute Fabregas’s clear philosophy. The rest of Europe is officially on notice, whether they’ve fully grasped it yet or not. This is a team built to perform, and we’re just seeing the beginning of what they can do.
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Originally reported by CBS Sports.
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