Como vs Genoa

Como’s Ambitions and Recent Form

The Como project for 2025, after a debut season in finishing in mid-table, is now aiming for European qualification. The club has invested over 100 million euros in strengthening its squad during the offseason, similar to champions Napoli. Nico Paz and his teammates started the Italian season with two victories: a 3-1 win over Südtirol in the Coppa Italia, followed by a dominant 2-0 home victory against Lazio in their opener. However, in an otherwise evenly contested away match against Bologna, “biancoblu” conceded a goal to Orsolini on the hour mark and suffered a 0-1 defeat.

Key Absences and Home Advantage

Despite the recent setback, the team’s progress, squad depth, and player experience still oblige them to contend for European spots this season. Cesc Fàbregas’s charges are expected to take the initiative at home against a pragmatic Genoa side. For this match, Diao and Dossena will be unavailable, while Van der Brempt’s participation remains questionable.

Genoa’s Tactical Shift and Recent Struggles

Genoa underwent a coaching change midway through last season, with Patrick Vieira taking over from Gilardino to reshape the “rossoblu”‘s playing style. The 1998 World Cup winner successfully transitioned the team from a forced attacking approach to a more balanced system, securing a 13th-place finish for the Genoese club last season.

Genoa’s Offensive Woes and Away Form

While not a high position, it was a crucial achievement in preserving their top-flight status, especially considering the squad’s weakening. The visitors have had a tough start to the new season, failing to beat Lecce at home (0-0) and then narrowly losing to Juventus (0-1) in the dying minutes, also at home. Consequently, the team’s offense has remained silent, and Genoa is now set for their first away game of the season against Como. All players are available for the visitors in this match.