Udinese and Como shared points in the first round of Serie A (1-1)
- Udinese and Como played to a 1:1 draw.
- Goals were scored by Hassan Kamara and Anastasios Duvikas.
- In the next round, Udinese will face Monza, and Como will play Napoli.
The first round of the Italian championship for the 2026/2027 season took place in Udine, where the home team 'Udinese' hosted guests from Como at the 'Bluenergy' stadium. The main referee of the match was Alberto Arena, ensuring the rules were followed in a tense encounter.
The game opened in the 29th minute when Udinese midfielder Hassan Kamara found a way to the opponent's goal and sent the ball into the net, taking the initiative into his own hands. The goal was the first of the season for the club and set the tone for the further development of the match.
However, the equalizer came early in the second half. In the 54th minute, Como forward Anastasios Duvikas, receiving a pass in the penalty area, accurately shot at the goal, restoring balance to the score. After that, both teams focused on defense, and no additional goals followed.
The final result of 1:1 meant that both teams received one point each, which is a standard starting indicator in a long season where every victory can be decisive.
In comparison, last season, Udinese finished the campaign with 50 points, placing 10th in the standings, while Como achieved 71 points and finished in fourth place. These figures show that both teams are in the middle and upper tiers of the league, and their starting results can influence their further battle for places in European competitions.
What's next?
In the next round, Udinese will travel for an away match against Monza, scheduled for August 29, while Como will face Napoli away on August 30. Both opponents are traditionally considered strong, so the upcoming matches promise to be intense and could significantly change the clubs' positions in the table.
Serie A is traditionally considered one of the most competitive leagues in Europe, where even small deviations in results can have significant consequences for championship and European cup tickets. The start of the season often sets the tone for the ongoing battle, and a draw in the first match for both teams leaves options open: they can strengthen their position in the middle of the table or, with a fortunate turn of events, aim for the top spots.
Source: Championat
