BREAKING: Como Humble Manchester United 4-1 At Stadio Giuseppe Sinigaglia, as Nico Paz Hits Brace in Champions League Rout—–Nico Paz scored twice and provided an assist as Champions League newcomers Como produced a stunning performance to dismantle Manchester United in Italy.
Como delivered a memorable European night on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, thrashing Manchester United 4–1 in the UEFA Champions League as Nico Paz inspired the Italian side to a commanding victory.
The Argentine midfielder scored twice and assisted another goal, helping Cesc Fàbregas’ team overwhelm Michael Carrick’s visitors at the Stadio Giuseppe Sinigaglia.
Manchester United struggled to contain Como’s attacking movement throughout the encounter, with the hosts establishing control early and extending their advantage after the break.
Nico Paz Strikes Early
Como needed just two minutes to take the lead through Paz, who collected a pass from Lucas da Cunha before curling a left-footed effort into the far corner.
The early goal gave the hosts momentum, while United struggled to establish a foothold in the contest.
Despite having opportunities to respond, the visitors failed to find an equaliser before halftime, allowing Como to carry their advantage into the break.
Paz Turns Provider as Como Extend Their Lead
Como doubled their advantage four minutes into the second half when Paz delivered a perfectly weighted through ball for Anastasios Douvikas.
The Greek forward broke through the United defence and finished past the advancing goalkeeper to make it 2–0 in the 49th minute.
Paz then produced another decisive moment eight minutes later. After capitalising on a misplaced pass from Carlos Baleba, the Argentine surged forward and finished confidently to complete his brace and put Como 3–0 ahead.
His performance left United facing an increasingly difficult task as the hosts continued to threaten.
Jacobo Ramón Adds the Fourth
Como added a fourth goal in the 76th minute through defender Jacobo Ramón.
Substitute Kaiki Bruno drove forward down the left before delivering a cross that Ramón headed beyond United goalkeeper Senne Lammens.
The goal capped an impressive attacking display from the home side and underlined the visitors’ defensive struggles.
Zirkzee Scores Late Consolation
Manchester United eventually found the net in stoppage time when Joshua Zirkzee converted a cross from Amad Diallo in the 90th minute, reducing the deficit to 4–1.
However, the late goal did little to change the outcome, as Como comfortably saw out the remaining minutes to secure an emphatic victory.
A Night to Remember for Como
The result marked a major European achievement for Como, whose Champions League campaign has brought the club onto one of football’s biggest stages.
For Paz, the performance was particularly memorable, with his two goals and assist making him the central figure in the victory.
Manchester United, meanwhile, were left to reflect on a difficult night in Italy after being outplayed by a Como side that combined clinical finishing with effective attacking football.