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Como 1907’s Wild Champions League Debut | MLS News
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- Sep 11, 2026
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Summary
Como 1907, once a Serie D club, stunned the world by qualifying for and crushing RB Leipzig 4-1 in their Champions League debut — a six-year Cinderella rise fueled by Indonesian billionaire owners who almost turned it into a reality show. With barely four months to renovate their non-compliant stadium on Lake Como, they pulled off a miracle, adding security, media zones, and rebuilding the stands — all with a week to spare. Manager Cesc Fàbregas called it historic, while fans — including a 90-year-old who arranged his wife’s care just to attend — packed the stands, proving this isn’t just about soccer. President Mirwan Surwaso is building the club like a Disney brand: custom jerseys, branded beer, and a future community hub — even giving up VIP seats for loyal supporters. This isn’t just a team; it’s a movement rewriting Italian football’s story. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/063697720f035810