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February 2, 2026
Frustration for Como but Fàbregas’s side have one of strongest identities in Serie A
There were tears after a nonsensical draw with Atalanta but young possession-based team is heading places

TL;DR
- Como dominated possession (79%) and shots against Atalanta but drew 0-0.
- The team generated 5.24 expected goals, a high mark for a Serie A shut-out.
- Atalanta played with 10 men from the eighth minute after Honest Ahanor received a red card.
- Como's manager, Cesc Fàbregas, defended his team's possession-heavy playing style.
- Nico Paz missed a crucial penalty in the 95th minute after a VAR review.
- Despite the draw, Como remains sixth in Serie A, in contention for a Europa League spot.
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