Como 1907 triumphed over Sassuolo in an intense encounter during the 13th round of Serie A, with a final score of 2-0. The match started positively for Como as Anastasios Douvikas secured an early lead just 13 minutes into the first half, and Alberto Moreno sealed the win with a goal seven minutes after the break.
Douvikas’ goal came after he skillfully converted a cross from Moreno, which left the Sassuolo goalkeeper, Arijanet Muric, with no chance. His early strike electrified the home crowd and provided Como with the momentum they needed.
Alberto Moreno was undoubtedly the star of the match, not only for his crucial goal but also for his overall solid defensive performance. Nicolás Paz was also notable for Como, making a significant impact with seven attempts on goal throughout the match.
Manager Francesc Fàbregas Soler opted for a 4-3-3 formation, featuring Jean Butez in goal; Mërgim Vojvoda, Diego Carlos, Jacobo Ramón, and Alberto Moreno in defense; Máximo Perrone, Maxence Caqueret, and Nicolás Paz in midfield; with Jayden Addai, Jesús Rodríguez, and Anastasios Douvikas leading the attack.
Sassuolo, managed by Fabio Grosso, also utilized a 4-3-3 formation, fielding Arijanet Muric as the goalkeeper; Sebastian Walukiewicz, Jay Idzes, Tarik Muharemovic, and Josh Doig in defense; with Kristian Thorstvedt, Nemanja Matic, and Ismael Koné in the midfield; and Domenico Berardi, Andrea Pinamonti, and Armand Laurienté up front.
The match was officiated by referee Matteo Marchetti at the Giuseppe Sinigaglia stadium.
Looking ahead to the next fixtures, Como 1907 will face Inter as visitors, while Sassuolo will host Fiorentina.
With this result, Como 1907 has now accumulated 24 points, placing them sixth in the league standings, while Sassuolo remains in ninth place with 17 points.
Substitutions for Como 1907
58’ 2T – Maxence Caqueret was replaced by Lucas Da Cunha and Jesús Rodríguez made way for Martin Baturina.
59’ 2T – Mërgim Vojvoda was substituted for Stefan Posch.
80’ 2T – Jayden Addai was replaced by Nicolas Kühn.
90’ 2T – Máximo Perrone was substituted for Marc Kempf.
Yellow Cards for Como 1907:
2’ 2T – Maxence Caqueret (Unsportsmanlike conduct) and 28’ 2T – Jacobo Ramón (Unsportsmanlike conduct).
Substitutions for Sassuolo
50’ 2T – Domenico Berardi was replaced by Cristian Volpato.
68’ 2T – Armand Laurienté and Andrea Pinamonti were substituted for Alieu Fadera and Luca Moro, respectively.
81’ 2T – Josh Doig made way for Fali Candé.
82’ 2T – Ismael Koné was substituted by Edoardo Iannoni.
Yellow Card for Sassuolo:
36’ 1T – Ismael Koné (Insulting or disapproving of the referee).