Como delivered a sensational performance to defeat Manchester United 4-1 in the UEFA Champions League on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, with Argentine attacking midfielder Nico Paz producing a brilliant display of two goals and an assist.
The Italian side overwhelmed Manchester United in northern Italy, with Paz playing a decisive role in a commanding victory that exposed the visitors’ defensive weaknesses.
The 22-year-old Argentine opened the scoring inside the second minute, curling a superb effort into the net from the edge of the penalty area to give Como an early advantage.
His early strike set the tone for a difficult evening for Manchester United, who struggled to contain Como’s attacking movement and technical quality.
Paz Creates Second Goal as Como Extend Their Lead
Como doubled their advantage four minutes into the second half through Anastasios Douvikas, following an outstanding piece of creative play from Paz.
After a slick exchange of passes, Paz threaded a perfectly weighted ball through Manchester United’s defence, allowing Douvikas to beat the offside trap before finishing first time past the advancing goalkeeper.
The goal further increased the pressure on United, who found it difficult to respond to Como’s pace and attacking organisation.
Paz continued to torment the visitors with his movement and technical ability, delivering another decisive moment that left Manchester United with an even bigger mountain to climb.
Nico Paz Scores Again After Punishing Baleba’s Error
Paz extended Como’s lead with an impressive individual goal after dispossessing Carlos Baleba near the right touchline.
The Argentine midfielder surged forward diagonally for more than 30 metres before entering the penalty area and calmly guiding a left-footed finish inside the far post.
The goal completed a remarkable individual performance from Paz, who combined clinical finishing with intelligent passing to dismantle Manchester United’s defence.
His contribution of two goals and an assist underlined his importance to Como’s attacking approach and made him the standout performer of the encounter.
Jacobo Ramon Adds Fourth Goal for Como
Como’s dominance continued in the 76th minute when substitute Kaiki Bruno raced down the left flank and delivered an inviting cross into the penalty area.
Centre-back Jacobo Ramon met the delivery with a powerful header, beating Manchester United goalkeeper Senne Lammens to make it 4-0.
The fourth goal reflected Como’s superiority throughout the contest, with the home side combining attacking efficiency with the ability to exploit spaces in United’s defensive structure.
Manchester United eventually found a consolation goal in stoppage time through Joshua Zirkzee, who finished from Amad Diallo’s cross.
However, the late strike did little to change the outcome, as Como secured an emphatic 4-1 victory.
Manchester United Face Questions After Heavy Defeat
The result will raise questions about Manchester United’s defensive organisation and their ability to cope with technically gifted opponents in European competition.
Como, meanwhile, will take considerable confidence from a performance that showcased their attacking quality and tactical discipline.
Paz’s influence was particularly significant, with the Argentine demonstrating his ability to create opportunities for teammates while also finishing chances himself.
His display could further strengthen his growing reputation as one of the exciting young attacking talents in European football.
