Cesc Fabregas Prepares Como for Champions League Clash Against RC Lens
Como manager Cesc Fabregas asserts that his team “must always play the football that got us here” as they prepare to face RC Lens in the Champions League. The match takes place at the Stade Bollaert-Delelis in Lens Agglo, kicking off at 20:00 GMT (21:00 CET).
This encounter marks Como’s second away fixture in their Champions League history, adding pressure to perform well in unfamiliar territory. Thus far, Como has triumphed over both RB Leipzig and Manchester United, securing impressive 4-1 victories at the Stadio Sinigaglia, despite suffering a 3-2 defeat against Feyenoord in their only away match.
Fabregas emphasized the uniqueness of each game while expressing his desire for victory. “Every game is different and obviously we want to win, so I pick the players who are most suitable at this moment,” he stated about his starting lineup. He also noted that several players are capable of making an impact from the bench, with fitness levels being a crucial factor in his selections.
The manager acknowledged the challenges posed by injuries, with key players Moise Kean, Trevoh Chalobah, Assane Diao, Jesus Rodriguez, and Jayden Addai absent from the squad. As a result, Tasos Douvikas is left as the only available center-forward, while Martin Baturina will be rested for this fixture.
Fabregas remains optimistic, stating, “The lads seem fine, I spoke to them before leaving the hotel and it is a big opportunity for them. We’ve got to enjoy these moments.” He garnered motivation from observing other teams who struggle to replicate their domestic success in European competitions, adding, “We can win, we can lose, but we must always play the kind of football that got us here.”
In the lead-up to this crucial match, Como boasts an impressive run, having won their last five competitive matches. They will also face a significant Serie A fixture against Inter Milan this weekend, showcasing the mounting challenges ahead for the ambitious squad.
