Como 1907 defeated Manchester United 4-1 in the UEFA Champions League on October 21, 2026, marking a dramatic high point for a club backed by Indonesia’s Hartono family that played in Italy’s amateur fourth tier just seven years prior, IMBCNews reported. Nico Paz contributed to the victory at Stadio Giuseppe Sinigaglia, moving the Italian side firmly into European contention.
That European breakthrough sits alongside a strong domestic campaign. Under the management of head coach Cesc Fàbregas and club president Mirwan Suwarso, Como held fifth place in the Serie A standings with 17 points from eight matches following a 2-0 win over Sassuolo on October 24, 2026, as reported by Radar Cirebon.
From Serie D Bankruptcy to European Nights
The club’s modern trajectory traces back to financial collapse and bankruptcy in 2004. After struggling through subsequent years, Como played in Serie D for the 2017–18 season. They won Girone B with 89 points from 34 matches in 2018–19 to earn promotion back to the professional ranks, according to IMBCNews records.
Sent Entertainment, supported by Budi and Bambang Hartono of the Djarum Group, acquired the club for approximately 850 ribu euros in April 2019. The new ownership restructured operations, upgraded infrastructure, and guided the team steadily upward. After finishing 12th and first in Serie C campaigns, Como spent two seasons in Serie B before securing promotion to Serie A on May 11, 2024, after a 1-1 draw against Cosenza ended a 21-year top-flight absence.
The Television Project That Became a Football Venture
Despite the current on-field success, club president Mirwan Suwarso revealed that the initial acquisition of Como had no connection to football ambitions. Speaking to The Observer in October 2026 and cited by Kompas.com, Suwarso explained that the group initially bought the club to support a television project linked to the “Garuda Select” program in Indonesia, which brought young Indonesian players to Europe for training and documentary production.
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Strict non-European Union player registration rules in Italy blocked that initial plan. Management then pivoted to producing a television series about an American CEO taking charge at Como. While that series received decent reception, it failed to cover escalating operational costs, leading the ownership to invest heavily in building a competitive professional squad instead, as detailed by Kompas.com.
Financial Backing and Squad Investment Under Djarum Group
The financial backing of the Djarum Group—whose business interests span tobacco, banking through Bank Central Asia, real estate, electronics, and e-commerce—fueled Como’s rapid ascent. Kompas.com reported that during the transfer windows leading up to the 2026–2027 season, only Juventus, AC Milan, and Napoli outspent Como in Serie A, with the club investing 127 juta euros during the summer 2026 transfer window alone to construct a Champions League-ready roster.
Bolasport.com noted that midfielder Nico Paz emerged as a central figure in this new squad, contributing two goals and three assists across the team’s opening three Champions League fixtures, including two assists in a 4-1 opening win over RB Leipzig on September 10, 2026. However, maintaining financial sustainability alongside heavy squad investment remains an ongoing challenge for the ownership, as highlighted by Jawa Pos.
Frequently Asked Questions About Como 1907
When did the Hartono family acquire Como 1907?
Sent Entertainment, backed by Budi and Bambang Hartono, acquired Como on April 4, 2019, when the club was competing in Serie D.
Who is the head coach of Como 1907?
Cesc Fàbregas serves as head coach, having been appointed on July 19, 2024, after previously working as assistant and interim coach during the club’s promotion season.
What was the score of Como’s match against Manchester United?
Como defeated Manchester United 4-1 on October 21, 2026, during the UEFA Champions League league phase.
Where does Como 1907 play its home matches?
The club plays at Stadio Giuseppe Sinigaglia, a venue originally opened in 1927 in Como, Italy.