FOOTBALL
Como 1907 to Face Lille OSC at Sinigaglia in First Pre-Season Friendly
Como 1907 will kick off their summer preparations with a prestigious friendly against Lille OSC at the Sinigaglia Stadium. The French side, led by new arrival Olivier Giroud, will provide a significant early test for the Lariani.
The match will consist of two 40‑minute halves.
The match serves as a prelude to the Como Cup (23–27 July), an international tournament featuring Ajax, Celtic, and Al-Ahli, offering Como a rare opportunity to measure themselves against top European clubs.
Previous Encounters
Como 1907 and Lille OSC have never faced each other before, either in domestic competitions or official European fixtures.
Players to Look Out for
The Dogues’ attack is spearheaded by veteran Olivier Giroud, who has just returned to Ligue 1, alongside the skilful winger Edon Zhegrova, who scored eight goals last season across Ligue 1 and the Champions League.
In defence, Brazilian Alexsandro serves as a solid presence in front of the outstanding goalkeeper Lucas Chevalier. In midfield, the experienced Frenchman André and Algerian Bentaleb provide stability, while Icelandic playmaker Haraldsson adds dynamism.
Meanwhile, the talented Ethan Mbappé, Kylian’s younger brother, brings energy and pace between the lines.
Match Details
- Date: 18 July 2025
- Kick-off: 19:30 CEST
- Stadium: Stadio Giuseppe Sinigaglia, Como, Italy
- Referee:Kevin Bonacina from Sezione AIA di Bergamo
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