Como Rises to Ten Points After Defeating Parma
Como’s surging Serie A campaign under Cesc Fàbregas reached a new milestone following a 2–1 victory against Parma at the Stadio Giuseppe Sinigaglia, moving the Lariani level on 10 points with Lazio near the top of the table. Ramòn and Kaiki secured the club’s fourth win across all competitions, leaving them two points behind league leaders Roma.
Early Control and a Debut at the Sinigaglia
Playing their first home fixture of the season after opening with three straight matches on the road, Como established early control in front of their supporters. Fàbregas handed a debut in goal to goalkeeper Sanchez, who arrived near the close of the transfer window from Chelsea, replacing Butez in the starting lineup as reported by Il Giornale. The hosts dominated the opening exchanges, testing Parma’s defense through Moise Kean, Yan Couto, and Nico Paz.
J. Ramòn Breaks the Deadlock
Ramòn broke the deadlock. Following a precise assist from Nico Paz, the defender slotted home from close range to give Como a 1–0 advantage. Parma struggled to find an offensive rhythm during the first half, though Diego Carlos headed just wide in the 31st minute, and Lontani threatened with a header at the stroke of halftime.
Parma Pushes Back as Kaiki Seals It
Parma emerged with greater urgency after the interval, testing Como’s resolve when Romero struck the goalpost in the 66th minute. Despite the visitors’ attempts to equalize, Como maintained territorial control. Jesus Rodriguez fired a dangerous effort from the edge of the area that was turned behind for a corner in the 73rd minute, and Kaiki narrowly missed with a delicate chip moments later.
The decisive second goal arrived in the 82nd minute. During a scramble inside the penalty area, fresh midfielder Ricci delivered a dangerous ball that Parma goalkeeper Corvi blocked twice before Kaiki forced home the rebound on his first Serie A start. Parma managed to pull a goal back in the 91st minute through Romero, but it proved too late for a comeback as Como secured all three points.
Fàbregas Sights New Horizons
Reflecting on the trajectory of his squad, Fàbregas told Sportmediaset and Sky Sport that the victory was significant and that his team deserved even more from their performance, adding that he is beginning to understand what his group can achieve this season. Como now prepares for their upcoming fixtures with momentum, while Parma looks to regroup following a tough away defeat in Lombardy.
