Como matches Champions League record with nine goals against Lens

Italian side Como made history in the Champions League by matching the record for the most goals scored in a single match during a stunning away victory over Lens. Cesc Fabregas’s side found the net nine times, equaling the previous benchmark set by Bayern Munich in 2024. This prolific performance has propelled the European debutants to fourth place in the Champions League league phase table, signaling their arrival as a serious force in continental football.

The victory against Lens is the latest highlight in what has been a record-breaking debut campaign for the Italian club. In their first four European matches, Como has scored a total of 19 goals, establishing a new competition record for the highest goal tally at this stage of a debut season. The team’s attacking fluidity was on full display as they dismantled the Lens defense, showcasing the tactical influence of Fabregas and the clinical nature of a squad built with a mix of youth and ambition.

Como's current success is particularly striking given the club’s recent history. Only a few years ago, the team was competing in Serie D, the fourth tier of Italian football. Following an acquisition by wealthy owners and the appointment of former Arsenal and Chelsea midfielder Cesc Fabregas as manager, the club has undergone a rapid transformation. The investment has allowed the club to recruit hungry, talented players who have adapted quickly to the demands of Europe’s elite competition, moving from domestic obscurity to the upper echelons of the Champions League.

With this historic nine-goal haul, Como has solidified its position as a top contender for direct qualification to the knockout stages. The scale of the win sends a clear message to other established European giants about the threat posed by the Italian newcomers. As the league phase progresses, Fabregas and his squad will look to maintain their high-scoring momentum and continue their remarkable trajectory from the depths of Italian football to the summit of the European game.