Como beats Manchester United 4-1 as Paz scores twice

Como overwhelmed Manchester United 4-1 in the Champions League on Wednesday, with Nico Paz scoring twice and setting up another goal in a defeat that marked United’s second consecutive loss in the competition. Paz opened the scoring inside two minutes at Stadio Giuseppe Sinigaglia, receiving Lucas da Cunha’s pass near the edge of the penalty area before creating space and curling a left-footed shot past goalkeeper Senne Lammens. Como held its 1-0 lead at halftime after United struggled to create clear chances. Four minutes into the second half, Paz threaded a pass through the defence for Anastasios Douvikas, who lifted his finish over Lammens. Paz made it 3-0 in the 57th minute after winning possession from substitute Carlos Baleba and advancing to score. Como added a fourth in the 76th minute. Substitute Kaiki crossed from the left and defender Jacobo Ramon headed the ball past Lammens. Joshua Zirkzee scored a consolation for United in stoppage time, finishing from Amad Diallo’s cross. The goal was reviewed by the video assistant referee for possible offside, and the on-field decision was upheld. The result followed United’s 2-0 defeat to Atletico Madrid the previous week....