Genoa are searching for their first points of the season: Genoa vs Como prediction
The third-round Serie A match between Genoa and Como will take place on 4 September at the Luigi Ferraris Stadium in Genoa. The hosts have lost both of their opening Serie A matches, while Cesc Fàbregas's side have collected four points and head into the game after an impressive victory over Napoli.
Genoa: pointless start and a prolonged winless run
Daniele De Rossi's side began the season with a 2-0 home defeat to Napoli, conceding both goals late in the game. Genoa then lost 1-0 to Lazio, while the club's most recent league victory dates back to mid-April.
Their head-to-head record only adds to the concerns: in four meetings with Como since both clubs returned to Serie A, Genoa have collected just two points. They also lost 2-0 at home to this opposition last season.
Como: impressive win in Naples and ambitious reinforcements
Cesc Fàbregas's side opened their league campaign with a 1-1 draw against Udinese before producing a surprise 2-1 away victory over Napoli. Goals from Martin Baturina and Tasos Douvikas earned Como three points at one of the toughest grounds in the country.
The club continued to strengthen their squad aggressively during the summer, signing Moise Kean and Robert Sánchez among others. Douvikas has been particularly dangerous away from home, scoring in five consecutive matches on the road.
Match facts and head-to-head record
- Genoa have lost both of their opening Serie A matches and are yet to score a goal.
- Como have collected four points from two matches and beat Napoli 2-1 in their previous game.
- Genoa have taken just two points from their last four meetings with Como.
The visitors' squad depth could decide the outcome: Genoa vs Como prediction
Genoa will try to play more aggressively at home, but their current form and attacking problems offer little cause for optimism. Como look more assured, have found their rhythm more quickly and possess a far more versatile group of attacking players.
Victory in Naples should give the visitors an additional confidence boost, while the quality of their attacking options gives them a clear advantage. If Fàbregas's side take their chances, they are more than capable of leaving Genoa with another three points.
