Como defeats Leipzig 4-1 in their first-ever Champions League match
Competing in the Champions League for the first time in its history, Como started the tournament with a win by comfortably defeating Leipzig in their opening match.
In the opening week of the UEFA Champions League, Como made a fantastic start to the tournament with 3 points by defeating Leipzig 4-1 at home.
First Half and Goals
Como and Leipzig faced each other in the opening week of the UEFA Champions League.
Como closed the first half with a 2-0 lead thanks to goals scored by Martin Baturina in the 15th minute and Anastasios Douvikas in the 38th minute.
Goal Fest in the Second Half
Italian team Como brought the score to 3-0 with a goal by Assane Diao in the 54th minute.
Although Leipzig reduced the deficit with Andrija Maksimovic in the 58th minute, they could not avoid defeat.
Match Result and Standings
Como sealed the score with a goal by Maximo Perrone in the 90th minute and won the match 4-1.
Participating in the Champions League for the first time in its history, Como left its very first match in the Champions League with 3 points, while Leipzig remained scoreless.
Next Match Week Schedule
In the next match week of the Champions League, Como will be the guest of Feyenoord away from home.
German representative Leipzig will face PSV Eindhoven at home.