Como vs Manchester United
In short
Como defeated Manchester United 4-1 in their UEFA Champions League fixture.
The teams
Como hosted Manchester United. The Red Devils suffered a heavy defeat that has led to significant criticism of their tactical approach and performance.
When and where
The match took place on Wednesday, 21 October 2026, at Como.
What is at stake
This was a UEFA Champions League match. The result has placed Manchester United manager Michael Carrick under intense pressure regarding his future.
Easy to mix up
This result is notable for being the same 4-1 scoreline that Celtic suffered against Benfica.
Sources
- Man United players were abysmal in Como, but it's Carrick who faces consequences
- ‘Angry’ Carrick on the brink as Fernandes hits out at Manchester United tactics
- Michael Carrick delivers damning verdict on Manchester United’s UEFA Champions League defeat to Como amid questions over his future - 'Unacceptable'
- Who could replace Michael Carrick? The contenders emerging for ‘hardest job in world football’ as Manchester United crisis deepens