Como defeats RB Leipzig in first Champions League match

Como opened its inaugural Champions League campaign with a 4-1 victory over RB Leipzig on Thursday at Stadio Sinigaglia. Goals from Martin Baturina, Tasos Douvikas, Assane Diao, and Maxi Perrone secured the win for the Italian side. This performance follows the club's fourth-place finish in Serie A last season, marking its first appearance in the competition. Alessandro Del Piero noted that Como was the only Italian team to record a victory during the opening round of matches. The club now faces the challenge of maintaining form during a schedule that requires playing on Sundays and Wednesdays throughout the season. Observers highlighted the organization and control displayed by the squad under the direction of Cesc Fabregas.

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