Como defeats Venezia 1-0 with Da Cunha's penalty in Serie A
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 1, 2026, 1:26 PM
Last updated Nov 1, 2026

Como secured a 1-0 victory over Venezia in Serie A on November 1, 2026, thanks to a first-half penalty converted by Lucas Da Cunha. After dominating possession, Como's breakthrough came just before halftime when Juan Jesus fouled Tasos Douvikas in the box. Venezia, who are struggling at the bottom, were denied a penalty by VAR earlier in the match. Filip Stanković's strong performance in goal kept Venezia competitive, but Como maintained pressure throughout the contest. The victory keeps Como in contention ahead of their upcoming Champions League match against Lens.
- •Lucas Da Cunha scored from the spot in the 43rd minute.
- •Como held 76% possession in the first 18 minutes.
- •Venezia's potential penalty was overturned after VAR review.
- •Stanković made several key saves to keep Venezia in the match.
- •Como prepares for a Champions League trip to Lens.
- 1:26 PMYahoo Sports — Serie A | Como 1-0 Venezia: Da Cunha penalty keeps Fabregas’ side flying
"Lucas Da Cunha’s first-half penalty gave Como a narrow 1-0 win over bottom side Venezia, despite an inspired display from Filip Stanković and a VAR reprieve at the other end.Como went into the game...
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