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Fabregas Backs Youngster Liberali for First Como Start
18 Oct
Summary
- Fabregas shows no fear in starting 19-year-old Mattia Liberali.
- Como faces challenges adapting to Champions League pressures.
- Vanoli stresses Fiorentina's need for improved early game performance.
Cesc Fabregas has voiced his confidence in Mattia Liberali, a 19-year-old Italian talent, who is set to make his first start for Como. Fabregas stated he is not afraid to field young players, provided they show courage and commitment to the team, highlighting the club's history of developing young talent.
Como, under managers Fabregas and Paolo Vanoli, is experiencing difficulties adjusting to the pressures of Champions League football for the first time. Recent Serie A results have been challenging, with only one point secured from their last two matches. The team also suffered a UEFA defeat away to Feyenoord midweek, compounded by injuries to Assane Diao and Moise Kean, and a late withdrawal of Yan Couto before their latest game.
Paolo Vanoli, reflecting on Fiorentina's recent form, emphasized the team's need to improve their starting performance. He noted a recurring pattern of conceding goals early in matches, suggesting a need for better unit defense and a more assertive start. Vanoli aims to find greater consistency for Fiorentina, a process that involves tactical decisions regarding player selection.
The match against Fiorentina at the Stadio Artemio Franchi on October 18, 2026, will test Como's adaptation to multiple competitions and Vanoli's tactical approach for Fiorentina, who are looking to recover from recent setbacks.
