Como beat Manchester United 4-1 as Nico Paz stars in Champions League

Como approached the visit of Manchester United with respect, but without accepting that they should be intimidated. Before the match, coach Fabregas said his team could win if they did things properly, according to Adnkronos.

There was a broader ambition behind that confidence. Speaking to the English press before the game, Cesc Fabregas described the staff, footballing ideas and city as a connected project built on trust, Fanpage reported.

On October 21, Como hosted United at Giuseppe Sinigaglia in the third round of the Champions League's league phase, according to CNN Brasil. For the hosts, it was only their third match in the competition, the BBC reported.

The breakthrough came almost immediately. Just two minutes had been played when Nicolás Paz received a pass from Lucas Da Cunha on the right before scoring, according to La Nacion.

Paz went on to shape the match with two goals and an assist. La Repubblica reported that he set up Douvikas, with Ramon also scoring as Como secured a 4-1 victory and their second Champions League win.

The result extended United's winless run to seven matches. Sky Sports described Michael Carrick's side as being ripped apart, while L'Équipe credited Paz with leading Como's emphatic performance.

After the defeat, Carrick apologised to supporters and called the loss unacceptable, according to ESPN FC. Fabregas struck a more restrained tone despite the scale of Como's achievement, saying it was a special night but that his team were still at the beginning, Fanpage reported.

For Como, the result is a second victory in three Champions League appearances, achieved against one of the competition's most familiar names. Paz's two goals and assist were central to the win, according to La Repubblica.

For United, the defeat adds to a sustained run of poor results rather than standing alone. DIE WELT reported that Carrick faced growing pressure amid problems in both the Champions League and Premier League. The supplied coverage reports pressure on his position, not a decision about his future.

Como's next Champions League assignment is away at Lens, according to L'Équipe. That offers the next test of whether they can build on this result. Fabregas remained cautious after beating United, questioning whether his side could yet compete with everyone, Fanpage reported.