Will the “Red Devils” end their winless away run? Champions League prediction for Como vs Manchester United
On Wednesday, October 21, 2026, at 18:45 Central European Time, Como’s "Giuseppe Sinigaglia" Stadium will host a UEFA Champions League matchday 3 fixture in the league phase, as Italian side Como welcome English giants Manchester United.
For the hosts, the visit of the Red Devils is a historic occasion, and Cesc Fàbregas’ men head into it with tremendous confidence. The analytical model gives Como a 42.9% chance of victory, a draw a 25.4% probability, and a Manchester United win just 31.7%.
The clubs have never previously met in an official UEFA competition.
Como
The Italian side are enjoying a spectacular debut European campaign. On matchday 1, Como thrashed German club RB Leipzig 4-1, before producing an open shootout in Rotterdam against Feyenoord on matchday 2, losing 2-3.
Last weekend, Fàbregas’ team comfortably defeated Fiorentina 3-1 away in Serie A. Their attacking leaders are in excellent form: Greek striker Anastasios Douvikas is scoring in almost every match, while Real Madrid academy graduate Nico Paz and youngster Jesús Rodríguez are tearing teams apart in the half-spaces.
Manchester United
The Red Devils are going through a difficult spell, with their winless run now stretching to six matches in all competitions. On matchday 2 of the Champions League, Manchester United suffered a 0-2 defeat to Atlético Madrid, failing to score, and on Saturday they surrendered a derby lead against Leeds in the Premier League to draw 1-1, with Cameroonian forward Bryan Mbeumo on target.
Another psychological factor is their away record in Italy: Manchester United have not won on the Apennines since spring 2021.
Probable lineups
- Como: Butez - Couto, Dossena, Ramón, Valle - Milla, Da Cunha, Paz - Rodriguez, Baturina, Douvikas
- Manchester United: Lammens - Mazraoui, Maguire, Heaven, Dalot - Santos, Baleba, Tielemans - Fernandes, Cunha, Mbeumo
Prediction
Como play with tremendous energy at the "Giuseppe Sinigaglia", while Manchester United are stuck in a deep physical and psychological rut. My prediction: Como will not lose.
