Key Takeaways:
- Feyenoord came from behind to secure a 3-2 win against Como in the UEFA Champions League last night
- Gjivai Zechiel scored his sixth goal of the season and his first in the UCL
- Como have now suffered two defeats in their last three matches across all competitions
Match Analysis: Feyenoord’s Resilience Shines at De Kuip
Feyenoord extended their impressive undefeated streak at De Kuip to 13 games (W9, D4) after battling back to overcome Como 3-2 in the UEFA Champions League. The Dutch side have now registered three consecutive victories since their opening defeat to Barcelona, while the visitors came into this fixture looking to reverse a two-game winless run – the first such sequence for Cesc Fabregas’s tenure since mid-April.
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— Feyenoord Rotterdam (@Feyenoord) October 14, 2026
Thrilling First Half Sees Rapid Response
The contest in Rotterdam began at a relentless pace. Como opened the scoring slightly beyond the 15-minute mark, demonstrating clinical transition play. Jacobo initiated a swift counter, releasing Assane Diao on the right; Diao showcased impressive skill as he weaved into the area and finished assertively.
Feyenoord’s reply was immediate, with the deficit lasting only just over two minutes. Straight from kick-off, an incisive period of possession concluded when Luciano Valente found Gjivai Zechiel 20 yards out. Despite facing away from goal, Zechiel controlled the ball, turned, and struck a precise effort into the bottom-left corner – marking his sixth goal of the season and his first in the competition.
Como’s fortunes took a further hit midway through the first half as goalscorer Diao was forced off with injury. Subsequent opportunities were created by both sides, as Martin Baturina’s long-range shot was parried and Givairo Read’s powerful drive also demanded a save. Near the interval, Robert Sanchez was in action again, tipping Javi Lopez’s looping header over the bar to preserve parity at half-time.
Second Half Turnaround and Late Drama
Feyenoord continued their momentum after the break, taking the lead seven minutes into the second period. Substitute Gaoussou Diarra switched play effectively to Anis Hadj Moussa, who cut inside before lashing his strike past Sanchez at the near post.
Cesc Fabregas turned to his substitutes in an effort to re-energise Como. Anastasios Douvikas squandered an important chance on the hour, heading over unmarked from a promising position. Feyenoord extended their advantage in the 82nd minute with a stroke of fortune; Hadj Moussa’s powerful attempt from outside the area struck the post and rebounded off Sanchez’s back for an own goal.
Como set up a tense stoppage time with Douvikas capitalising on defensive indecision to pull one back, but the hosts held firm for all three points.
Looking Ahead
Como’s recent dip in form is compounded as they prepare for a visit from Manchester United next week. For Feyenoord, this marks their first UEFA Champions League points this season and only their second win in their last eight fixtures against Italian opponents (D3, L3).
