Everyone is singing his praises, but Cesc Fabregas remains determined to keep his feet on the ground. For the Como manager, perfectionism is the only way forward, even after a historic 9-1 demolition of Lens in the Champions League.The Spaniard was already looking ahead to Sunday's trip to Inter when he spoke to Gazzetta dello Sport, refusing to get carried away by a result that will live long in the club's history."Only PSG have scored more goals than us in this Champions League? That means we have to do even better next time," Fabregas joked.This is not individual brilliance❌ This is a tactical brilliance from the manager✅ When you watch Fabregas Como, you see a team that is exceptionally well-coached. It’s not just about coaching either, he knows how to sign the right profile for his tactical setup. Kudos to Cesc Fabregas⭐️ https://t.co/X3SXWx1YCg— 𝕁𝕖𝕥𝕙𝕒𝕟🥷 (@jethan69) November 5, 2026 He admitted the victory was unforgettable but insisted his players must quickly turn their attention to the next challenge."Nobody could have expected 9-1. That's a scoreline you hardly ever see in football, perhaps once in a lifetime. I'm proud of my players, but we're still at the beginning of our Champions League journey," he said.Despite scoring nine, Fabregas was irritated by the goal Como conceded, particularly after making defensive substitutions. For him, however, the greatest satisfaction came from the team's attitude and commitment to their playing principles."I love seeing a team that always gives everything, sticks to its game plan and keeps pushing forward. We respected our opponents until the final whistle and continued playing our football. That's what makes me happy."##NAJAVA_MECA_10095330##Como's remarkable European campaign has already included four-goal performances against Leipzig and Manchester United. With nine points from their opening four matches, they sit fourth in the standings, behind only PSG, Real Madrid and Arsenal.Fabregas is refusing to set limits, even with Barcelona and PSG still to come later in the competition."Nothing is impossible in football. PSG and Barcelona are on another level, but we don't face them until January. There's still plenty of time, and hopefully we'll have more attacking players available by then," he explained.What an incredible job this man has done for Como. Cesc Fabregas. 😮💨 https://t.co/ahuLOltsfa— Kalshi FC (@KalshiFC) November 4, 2026 What an incredible job this man has done for Como. Cesc Fabregas. 😮💨 https://t.co/ahuLOltsfa— Kalshi FC (@KalshiFC) November 4, 2026 The Lens victory also produced two particularly emotional moments. Nico Paz dedicated his goal and assists to the late Tenerife striker Jesus de Miguel, while 18-year-old academy graduate Mateo Papacoli celebrated his Champions League debut with a goal.Fabregas ran onto the pitch to embrace the youngster, who had previously suffered a serious knee injury that kept him out for nine months."I couldn't control my emotions. We all ran towards him. It wasn't disrespect towards the opposition, just an instinctive reaction after everything this boy has been through. He deserved it. Not many players make their Champions League debut at 18 and score with their first opportunity," the Como coach explained.Como's historic night in the Champions LeagueEven with several important players missing through injury, Como delivered one of the most remarkable performances of their European campaign.For Fabregas, though, nine goals are no reason to celebrate for too long. The next challenge is already waiting at San Siro, where Como will face Italian champions Inter in another major test of their progress.
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