Read our Genoa vs Como prediction with key betting tips, latest odds, and probable lineups as both Italian Serie A sides face off in this crucial fixture.
Genoa vs Como Match Summary
Competition | Italian Serie A |
|---|---|
Match Date | Friday 4 September 2026 |
Match Time | 19:45 UK time |
Venue (City, Stadium) | Genoa, Luigi Ferraris |
A struggling Genoa host a buzzing Como at the Luigi Ferraris on Friday night, with the two Serie A sides pulling in very different directions early in the campaign.
Genoa are still hunting their first win of the season. Daniele De Rossi's men have taken back-to-back defeats and are yet to find the net, leaving the hosts under real pressure.
Como arrive full of belief after a statement win away at Napoli. Cesc Fàbregas, whose side qualified for the Champions League last season, wants consistency as they aim to build on that fourth-place finish.
There have been under 2.5 goals in Genoa's last four meetings with Como in all competitions, while Como are unbeaten in their last six against Genoa across all competitions.
Genoa vs Como Form
Grim reading for Genoa. De Rossi's side have lost their last four Serie A matches and failed to score in six of their last seven in the league. Finishing is their glaring weakness, and they sit down in 17th. There have also been under 2.5 goals in six of their last seven league outings.
Como are the form team, undefeated in their last seven Serie A matches and sitting eighth after that draw at Udinese and the win in Naples. Fàbregas has them creating chances at will through the middle, with Nico Paz the standout providing the spark in behind Tammy Douvikas.
Genoa vs Como Lineups & Team News
Injuries & Suspensions
Genoa: No injuries or suspensions reported.
Como: J. Addai (Injured/out).
Genoa
De Rossi keeps faith with the setup from the opening two matchdays. The backline of Marcandalli, Østigård and Vásquez stays unchanged, but with Norton-Cuffy gone, Mitaj comes in on the right. Sow partners Frendrup in midfield, while Colombo leads the line supported by Baldanzi and Vítinha.
Como
Fàbregas makes minimal changes after the win in Naples. Valle is favoured over Kaiki, and Perrone returns to the heart of midfield. New signing Kean is expected to start on the bench, with Douvikas leading the line, backed by Baturina, Nico Paz and Diao.
Genoa vs Como Predicted Lineup
Genoa
Formation: 3-4-2-1
Predicted Starting Lineup: Bijlow; Marcandalli, Østigård, Vásquez; Ellertsson, Frendrup, Sow, Mitaj; Baldanzi, Vítinha; Colombo
Como
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Predicted Starting Lineup: Butez; Couto, Chalobah, Ramón, Valle; Perrone, da Cunha; Diao, Paz, Baturina; Douvikas
Genoa vs Como Key Stats & Match Facts
Genoa have failed to score in six of their last seven matches in Serie A.
Genoa have lost their last four matches in Serie A.
Como are undefeated in their last seven matches in Serie A.
Como are undefeated in their last six matches against Genoa in all competitions.
Como have received 2+ cards in four of their last four matches against Genoa in Serie A.
Genoa vs Como Prediction & Best Bets
Our prediction: This is a clear-cut one. Everything points to the visitors taking the points. Genoa cannot buy a goal, while Fàbregas' side are flying. Our Genoa vs Como prediction is an away win, with the projection placing Como two goals clear of a Genoa side that simply cannot score.
Best Bets
Over 2.5 Goals in the Total Goals Over/Under market. The projection has this game landing around 2.74 goals combined, with Como carrying the bulk of that threat. Given how freely Fàbregas' side create, there is genuine value in this game clearing the line.
Nicolas Paz Over 3.5 in the Player Shots market. Como dominate territory and shot creation, and Paz has attempted 2+ shots in four of his last four appearances against Genoa in Serie A. The volume is there for him to clear this line with room to spare.
Genoa vs Como Bet Builder
This four-leg bet builder leans on the card history in this fixture, backing Goldaniga and Ricci to be booked and Como to pick up over 1.5 team cards, plus over 1.5 away cards again for value.
Edoardo Goldaniga to be shown a card looks a strong start, with the defender carded in two of his last three appearances against Genoa in Serie A.
Samuele Ricci to be shown a card follows the same pattern, having been booked in two of his last three outings against Genoa in Serie A.
Over 1.5 Como team cards fits neatly too, as the visitors have received 2+ cards in four of their last four matches against Genoa in Serie A.
Como's discipline in this fixture backs the whole card angle, with the side having received 3+ cards in three of their last four meetings with Genoa in Serie A.
At the time of writing, this bet builder pays a best price of 7.33/1 and is as short as 6.48/1 elsewhere.
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Genoa vs Como Talking Points
The gap between these two clubs right now is stark. Fàbregas was named Serie A Coach of the Year for leading Como's rise, and his side keep pushing on. Genoa, meanwhile, sacked Patrick Vieira in November 2025 after a winless start across their opening nine Serie A matches, and De Rossi is still searching for a first win of this campaign. Como's strength through the middle, spearheaded by Paz and Douvikas, looks a level above a Genoa side that simply cannot score.
Genoa vs Como Predictions FAQs
When is the Genoa vs Como Italian Serie A game?
The match takes place on Friday 4 September 2026, kicking off at 19:45 UK time.
Where is Genoa vs Como being played?
The match is being played at the Luigi Ferraris stadium in Genoa.
What competition is Genoa vs Como in?
Genoa vs Como is a fixture in the Italian Serie A 2026/2027 season.
What is the predicted score for Genoa vs Como?
The projection places Como two goals clear of Genoa, with an away win the most likely outcome.
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