Como vs Manchester United Preview, prediction, injury news & lineups | Champions League 2026-27

I Lariani aim to exploit the Red Devils’ defensive uncertainty on the European stage.

Como have shown they can compete in the Champions League, opening their campaign with a 4-1 home victory over RB Leipzig before losing 3-2 away to Feyenoord. Their attacking options include Nico Paz, Martin Baturina and Anastasios Douvikas, who has scored twice in the competition.

Manchester United have also won one and lost one of their opening two Champions League matches. The defeat to Atlético Madrid followed their 4-0 win over Sabah. United will need to improve their attacking output and defensive organisation against a Como side that scored three times in its most recent league match.

Como head into the match after a 3-1 Serie A win over Fiorentina, while Manchester United look to respond to their 2-0 defeat to Atlético Madrid on October 13. Cesc Fàbregas’ side will aim to use home advantage, while Michael Carrick’s team will rely on Bruno Fernandes to create chances and deliver a stronger attacking performance in Italy.

Kick-off details

• Competition: UEFA Champions League 2026-27
• Date: Wednesday, October 21, 2026
• Time: 6:45pm CEST, 10:15pm IST
• Venue: Stadio Giuseppe Sinigaglia, Como
• Referee: To be announced
• VAR: In use

Form

Como: W-L-D-L-W

Manchester United: D-L-D-D-L

Players to watch out for

Nico Paz (Como)

Paz will be an important creative outlet for Como. His movement between the lines and ability to link midfield with the attack could help the hosts exploit spaces in Manchester United’s defence. He has recorded two assists in the Champions League this term. He has two goals and two assists in Serie A 2026-27.

Bruno Fernandes (Manchester United)

Fernandes remains central to United’s chance creation. He has recorded six shots and created five chances in this Champions League campaign, according to Squawka. His passing and ability to find teammates in advanced positions will be important in breaking down Como’s defence. His form in recent weeks has dropped off, but he will be looking to get his team back to winning ways.

Match Facts

• Como and Manchester United have no previous recorded meetings in competitive football.
• Como opened their campaign with a 4-1 win over RB Leipzig before losing 3-2 to Feyenoord.
• United beat Sabah 4-0 in their opening match before suffering a 2-0 defeat to Atlético Madrid.
• Anastasios Douvikas has scored twice in the Champions League league phase, making him a key attacking threat ahead of this fixture.
• The match is scheduled for October 21, 2026, at Stadio Giuseppe Sinigaglia in Como, as part of Champions League Matchday 3.

Betting tips & odds

• Tip 1: Como to win – 13/10 with bet365.
• Tip 2: Anastasios Douvikas to score anytime – 7/4.
• Tip 3: Bruno Fernandes to score anytime – 3/1.

Injury & team news

For Como, Assane Diao is a major doubt after picking up an injury against Feyenoord. Trevoh Chalobah is also facing a fitness test after being forced off against Fiorentina. Maxence Caqueret, Jayden Addai and Adrian Lahdo are listed as unavailable for selection according to reports.

Manchester United will be without Leny Yoro, who is suspended following his red card against Atlético Madrid. Manuel Ugarte, Benjamin Šeško and Patrick Dorgu are also reported unavailable, while Luke Shaw remains a doubt. Noussair Mazraoui returned as a substitute against Leeds and could be available for selection

Head-to-head stats

Both Como and Manchester United have not faced each other previously. This will be their first match against each other.

Predicted Lineup

Como (4-2-3-1)

Robert Sánchez; Ivan Smolčić, Jacobo Ramón, Trevoh Chalobah, Álex Valle; Luis Milla, Máximo Perrone; Jesús Rodríguez, Martin Baturina, Kaiki; Nico Paz

Manchester United (4-2-3-1)

Senne Lammens; Diogo Dalot, Harry Maguire, Lisandro Martínez, Noussair Mazraoui; Carlos Baleba, Youri Tielemans; Bryan Mbeumo, Bruno Fernandes, Marcus Rashford; Matheus Cunha

Match Prediction

Como have home advantage and arrive after a league victory, while Manchester United are looking to respond to their defeat in Madrid. Both teams have three points from two Champions League matches, but Como’s recent attacking performance gives them reason to be confident.

United have enough attacking quality to score, although their defensive absences could create opportunities for the hosts.

Prediction: Como 2-1 Manchester United

Telecast Details

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