Como's Champions League fairy tale: 4-1 win over Leipzig

Cesc Fabregas's Como announced themselves in Europe with a stunning 4-1 Champions League debut win over RB Leipzig.

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What happened. Como marked their historic Champions League debut with a 4-1 victory over RB Leipzig, with Baturina, Douvikas, Diao and Perrone all scoring. It was Como's only win in four games in Round 1.

• Nico Paz said he stayed to experience nights like these.
• Fabregas called it a gift for the city and urged humility.
• Roma drew 1-1 at Fenerbahce, Cristante scoring before Svilar and the crossbar saved them.

“What a night and what a gift for the city. We must remain humble.”

— Cesc Fabregas

Como's spectacular debut puts them in the spotlight as they look to build on this result in the Champions League.

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