Como Stuns 10-Man Roma 2-1, Climbs Serie A Top 4

Como's 2-1 win over 10-man Roma

Como comeback seals statement win over Roma with Malen & Douvikas goals, Roma's Franca sent off.

Como beats Roma 2-1, Douvikas scores after Franca red card, boosts top-four hopes...

Malen's second-half strike helped Como seal a statement 2-1 win over 10-man Roma, restoring their top-four position in Serie A.

Roma had started strong, taking the lead within 10 minutes, but a red card changed the game. Como capitalized, fighting back for a historic win – their first-ever three straight top-flight home wins over Roma.

Stephan El Shaarawy was fouled by Diego Carlos after capitalizing on a poor pass by Sergi Roberto, prompting referee Davide Massa to swiftly award a penalty. Donyell Malen stepped up and confidently scored from 12 yards, boosting his Serie A goal tally to seven - the highest among Roma players, impressive considering he joined in January.

Como dominated possession after falling behind, but struggled to trouble Roma keeper Mile Svilar. The away side's best save? Svilar denying Nico Paz's promising shot.

Como's search for an equalizer continued, with chances falling to Alex Valle and Jacobo Ramon – but Svilar and the post kept them at bay. Stoppage time brought a golden opportunity: Caqueret's clever pass set up Paz, but his shot flew over.

With penetration lacking in the first period, Cesc Fabregas responded with a double change at the break, introducing joint-top scorer Anastasios Douvikas.

The Greek international needed less than 15 minutes to establish himself as Como’s leading marksman in the league this term, timing his run perfectly to seize on a Valle through ball before drilling a powerful effort through Svilar’s legs.

The Giallorossi’s afternoon soon got even worse when Wesley Franca was sent off, receiving a second yellow card in the space of 20 minutes for a trip on another half-time substitute in Assane Diao.

Incessant pressure on the Roma goal followed, but the visitors’ rearguard stood up well to Douvikas’ tremendous movement, limiting Como to efforts from range.

Lucas Da Cunha and Martin Baturina both failed to keep their strikes down before Diao’s powerful shot forced Svilar into an acrobatic save.

Como's Diego Carlos redeemed himself with a crucial goal, sweeping home a rebound after Svilar denied Ivan Smolcic, leaving the Roma goalkeeper helpless. This goal was a turning point, thanks to Cesc Fabregas' impactful substitutions that shifted the game's momentum.

Como's winning streak extended to four league games for the first time this season, with the game potentially being wider had Lucas Da Cunha not hit the bar late on. Fabregas' tactical changes clearly paid off, showcasing Como's resilience and determination.

Roma's form hasn't been great – they've won just 2 of their last 10 games in all competitions.

This loss isn't ideal prep for their Europa League last 16 rematch against Bologna on Thursday.

The Giallorossi’s afternoon soon got even worse when Wesley Franca was sent off, receiving a second yellow card in the space of 20 minutes for a trip on another half-time substitute in Assane Diao.

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— Lega Serie A (@SerieA_EN) March 15, 2026

Incessant pressure on the Roma goal followed, but the visitors’ rearguard stood up well to Douvikas’ tremendous movement, limiting Como to efforts from range.

Lucas Da Cunha and Martin Baturina both failed to keep their strikes down before Diao’s powerful shot forced Svilar into an acrobatic save.

Roma's form hasn't been great – they've won just 2 of their last 10 games in all competitions.

This loss isn't ideal prep for their Europa League last 16 rematch against Bologna on Thursday