Como, led by Cesc Fàbregas, will visit Anfield to face Liverpool in a rare pre-season friendly on Sunday 16 August (18:00 BST), the first-ever meeting between the clubs. The match boosts Como’s profile after their rapid climb from Serie B to Champions League qualification; tickets are priced £10–£35.
Liverpool v Como at Anfield: date, kick-off and ticket details
The friendly is scheduled for Sunday 16 August with a 18:00 UK kick-off at Anfield. Tickets for the game are priced between £10 and £35, offering an accessible chance to see a storied Premier League side meet an emergent Italian project for the first time.
Why this fixture matters
This is more than a pre-season game on the calendar: it is a public measure of Como’s progress and Liverpool’s preparatory priorities ahead of competitive football. For Como, the trip to Anfield is a high-profile validation of their ascent; for Liverpool, it is an opportunity to refine tactics and integrate players against an opponent that has momentum and real tactical coherence.
Como’s remarkable rise under Cesc Fàbregas
From Serie B to the Champions League
Como have leapt from Serie B promotion just two seasons ago to qualifying for the Champions League, reaching new heights in the club’s modern history. Their run included a Coppa Italia semi-final against Inter and a league campaign that saw them edge past established names such as Milan and Juventus to secure European football for the first time.
Fàbregas’s transition from player to manager
Cesc Fàbregas joined Como as a player in 2022 and retired a year later to take the managerial reins. His presence has brought tactical intelligence, a clear possession-first identity and increased media attention — elements that explain Como’s accelerated climb and make them a credible preseason test rather than a mere exhibition opponent.
What this means for Liverpool
Liverpool will use Anfield fixtures to sharpen shape, experiment with personnel and build match fitness. Facing a side coached by Fàbregas presents a different challenge than many typical friendly opponents: Como’s structured midfield and recent success suggest they will offer real tactical resistance, exposing areas Liverpool may need to tighten before the season starts.
Players to watch
Como’s emerging talents — midfielders who have driven their cup and league progress — warrant attention, along with players such as Nico Paz, who have been prominent in their rise. On Liverpool’s side, expect a mix of established starters and younger prospects looking to stake a claim in pre-season minutes.
Practical details and what to expect
Kick-off is 18:00 BST on 16 August at Anfield; ticket prices range from £10 to £35. The match will be a snapshot of Como’s readiness for elite competition and an early fitness marker for Liverpool. Expect crisp tactical work, selective rotations and a competitive edge from both sides despite its friendly status.
Looking ahead
For Como, this fixture is a statement — a chance to prove their Champions League qualification was no fluke. For Liverpool, it is a controlled environment to prepare, assess and fine-tune.
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