Como secured a crucial victory over Napoli on Sunday, with young Senegalese forward Assane Diao scoring a late winner to seal a 2-1 triumph in Serie A.
The result marks a significant moment for Cesc Fàbregas’ side, who continue their climb away from the relegation zone.
A hard-fought win for Como
In a fiercely contested match at the Stadio Giuseppe Sinigaglia, Como claimed back-to-back league victories for the second time this season.
The win moves them up to 13th in the standings and provides a major confidence boost in their fight for survival.
Como took an early lead in the seventh minute when Napoli’s Kosovar defender Amir Rrahmani inadvertently turned the ball into his own net following a miscommunication with goalkeeper Alex Meret.
However, the visitors responded quickly, with Giacomo Raspadori leveling the score just 10 minutes later.
The match remained evenly balanced, with both sides creating opportunities, but it was Diao who made the decisive impact late in the game.
In the 77th minute, the Senegalese forward struck clinically past Meret to secure all three points for Como.
🚨🇮🇹 GOAL | Como 2-1 Napoli | Assane Diao
ASSANE DIAO GIVES COMO THE LEAD IN THE 77TH MINUTE !!!!!!!!!!pic.twitter.com/LpAal1LUJh
— Tekkers Foot (@tekkersfoot) February 23, 2025
His goal marked his fifth in just eight Serie A appearances, further establishing him as a key figure in Fàbregas’ attack.
Como’s resurgence under Fàbregas
Since taking charge, Fàbregas has instilled a dynamic and structured playing style, and his team’s recent form suggests they are gaining momentum at a crucial stage of the season.
The victory over Napoli, a side with European ambitions, underscores Como’s ability to compete against top-tier opponents.
With their latest success, Como continue to distance themselves from the relegation battle, and with Diao in fine form, the club will look to build on this result in the coming weeks.
