Como Prepare for Champions League Clash with Manchester United
- Como face Manchester United in the third matchday of the Champions League.
- Cesc Fabregas plans to implement a defensive 'park the bus' strategy.
- Michael Carrick is prioritizing clean sheets to improve United's form.
Como 1907 are set to play Manchester United on Wednesday (21/10) during the third matchday of the 2026/2027 Champions League. Ahead of the fixture, Como manager Cesc Fabregas announced that his side will employ a 'park the bus' tactical approach against the visitors.
Despite external discussions regarding Manchester United's current struggles, Fabregas dismissed the notion that the club is in crisis. According to Record, the Como coach stated that such narratives are invented by the media rather than reflecting the reality of the squad.
Manchester United manager Michael Carrick is focused on defensive stability. According to BBC Sport, Carrick emphasized that his team needs more clean sheets to turn their season around as they prepare for this European encounter.