Como delivered an impressive performance to defeat Sassuolo 3-0 in their Coppa Italia fixture. The win secures Como a spot in the Round of 16, where they will face Fiorentina.
The home side wasted no time getting on the scoreboard, with Jesus Rodriguez finding the back of the net just two minutes into the match off an assist from Tasos Douvikas. Como continued to control possession and create chances throughout the first half.
Douvikas doubled Como`s lead in the 24th minute, heading in a well-placed corner kick from Martin Baturina. Rodriguez then completed his brace shortly before halftime, finishing off a pass from Maxence Caqueret to give Como a commanding 3-0 advantage.
The second half saw Como maintain their defensive organization while still threatening on the counter-attack. Sassuolo struggled to generate quality scoring opportunities against Como`s resolute backline.
With the victory, Como advances to face Fiorentina in an intriguing Round of 16 matchup. The comprehensive win will give Como confidence as they look ahead to the next round of the competition.