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Como 1907 wins the dress rehearsal against Genoa and meets RB Leipzig in the Champions League

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Como 1907 beat FC Genoa 4-1 after coming from behind and is heading into the Champions League duel against RB Leipzig with confidence.
The newcomer from the fourth league is playing in the premier class for the first time.

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Why It Matters

Como 1907 was promoted to Serie B in 2021 and achieved promotion to Serie A in 2024. The club was still playing in the fourth Italian league in 2019.

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Newcomer Como 1907 goes into the Champions League opener against RB Leipzig with a successful dress rehearsal. Coach Cesc Fàbregas' team turned the game around at FC Genoa after being behind earlier and ultimately won 4-1 (3-1). Martin Baturina (25th minute), Assane Diao (30th/78th) and Nico Paz (40th) ensured the second win in the third game and the temporary lead in the Serie A table. Milutin Osmajic (19th) had put the hosts in the lead.

On Thursday (9 p.m./DAZN), Como welcomes Bundesliga soccer team RB Leipzig to the Stadio Giuseppe Sinigaglia, which is picturesquely located directly on the shores of Lake Como. The club, which played in the fourth division in 2019, is in the Champions League for the first time.

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Open Questions

How will Como 1907 fare against the experienced Champions League participants RB Leipzig?
Can the team carry over their form from Serie A into the European Cup games?