Como produced the standout result of Thursday's Champions League action, beating RB Leipzig 4-1 in the Italian club's first match in Europe's premier competition. The result shared the spotlight with comfortable opening victories for Manchester United and Bayern Munich.
Reuters reported that Como turned their upgraded home ground into the stage for a memorable debut, while United defeated Azerbaijani newcomers Sabah 4-0 at Old Trafford and Bayern beat Bodø/Glimt 5-0.
Why Como's result stands out
A first Champions League appearance normally comes with a difficult adjustment: quicker transitions, less time on the ball and opponents with deeper squads. Como did not play like a side simply happy to be present. They attacked Leipzig aggressively and converted enough chances to turn the night into a statement victory.
The result also gives Como an early advantage in the league-phase table, where goal difference and every point can matter across the eight-match schedule. One win does not guarantee progression, but a three-goal margin against an experienced German opponent gives the Italian side both confidence and useful separation.
United and Bayern avoid opening-night drama
Manchester United handled Sabah 4-0. The Azerbaijani champions still made history with a highly international starting XI, but United's quality eventually produced a clear scoreline.
Bayern were similarly decisive against Bodø/Glimt. Jamal Musiala, Harry Kane, Alphonso Davies and Michael Olise were among the scorers in a 5-0 win that continued Bayern's strong record in Champions League opening fixtures.
Elsewhere, Fenerbahçe and Roma drew 1-1, PSV Eindhoven drew 1-1 with Shakhtar Donetsk, and Lens scored twice in stoppage time to beat Slavia Praha 3-2.
What comes next
The league phase rewards consistency rather than one dramatic group-stage night. Como will now have to prove the Leipzig result was not an isolated peak, while United and Bayern have already done the most important thing expected from favourites: take three points without creating unnecessary early pressure.
Matchday 2 begins in October, when stronger cross-match comparisons will start to emerge. For now, Como own the most unexpected headline of the opening round.
