Como 1907 vs Leipzig 10 September 2026 Prediction

For the first time in their century-plus history, Como will compete in Europe, beginning with a Champions League appearance. Their opening match comes against the more experienced RB Leipzig, who have struggled against Italian opposition. Leipzig have lost both of their previous matches against Serie A teams in Europe’s top club competition.

Como Remains in Strong Form

Como enter their European debut in excellent shape. Stadium renovations forced the Lombardy club to play their first three Serie A matches on the road, but they still collected seven of nine possible points against Udinese (1-1), Napoli (2-1), and Genoa (4-1). Cesc Fàbregas has maintained his usual attacking approach, built around pressing and sustained possession. It continues to work well domestically. However, the defense and goalkeeping have been less reliable than last season. Como had one of Serie A’s best defensive records in 2025/26, but they have yet to keep a clean sheet in the new campaign.

Robert Sánchez could make his Como debut in goal on Thursday. The experienced Spanish goalkeeper joined on loan from Chelsea and could become the first choice in the Champions League. No other changes are expected from the lineup that won in Genoa, with all key players available. Como will again look to Nico Paz, now permanently signed from Real Madrid. He scored his first league goal of the season against Genoa.

Managerial Change Has Not Improved Leipzig

Ole Werner guided RB Leipzig back into the Champions League but lost his job after disagreements with Jürgen Klopp, who was then Red Bull’s head of football. Martin Demichelis’ new project has not looked as promising. Leipzig opened their Bundesliga campaign with a comfortable 3-0 home win over a struggling Borussia Mönchengladbach side, but their first road game ended badly. Leipzig could not handle Werder Bremen’s press in a 3-1 defeat, even though several key players had left Bremen during the summer. Leipzig were close to suffering a heavier loss and scored their only goal in stoppage time.

Demichelis, who was relegated from La Liga with Mallorca, was a questionable choice as manager. Injuries have also contributed to Leipzig’s difficult start. The squad has absences in every area except goalkeeper. Castello Lukeba is still recovering from a muscle injury, while the midfield is missing three important creative players in Assan Ouédraogo, Brajan Gruda, and Christoph Baumgartner. The attack is also weaker without Brazilian forward Rômulo.

Como vs RB Leipzig Predicted Lineup

Como (4-2-3-1): Sánchez; Couto, Ramón, Chalobah, Valle; Perrone, Da Cunha; Diao, Paz, Baturina; Douvikas

Unavailable: Addai (injured)

Manager: Cesc Fàbregas

RB Leipzig (4-3-3): Vandevoordt; Baku, Orbán, Estève, Raum; El Aynaoui, Seiwald, Banzuzi; Nkunku, Gomis, Nusa

Unavailable: Baumgartner, Ouédraogo, Reitz, Gebel, Rômulo (injured); Lukeba, Gruda (doubtful)

Manager: Martin Demichelis

Como vs RB Leipzig Prediction: Como to Win at 1.91

Main prediction: Como have no European experience, but they are justified favorites against a more seasoned Leipzig side. Fàbregas’ squad is no weaker than it was during its impressive 2025/26 campaign. Leipzig, meanwhile, have changed managers and lost important players. Como’s aggressive press also presents a difficult tactical matchup. Leipzig struggled to play out from the back under pressure against Werder, and they should face an even tougher test here. The selection is Como to win at 1.91.

Goals prediction: Como have not kept a clean sheet this season, and another shutout is unlikely in this matchup. Leipzig have played eight matches under Demichelis, including summer friendlies, and failed to score only once. Their official matches are currently averaging 4.33 total goals. The secondary selection is over 3.5 goals at 2.37.