Former Milan coach Fabio Capello has praised Como's Assane Diao, stating that he is better than Rafael Leao 'on a technical level,' according to Football Italia. This comes after Como secured a 4-1 win over RB Leipzig in their first-ever Champions League match.
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Capello, a Sky Sport pundit, was full of praise for Diao, who scored Como's third goal in the second half. "He reminds me of Leao, even if, on a technical level, I consider him better than the ex-Milan player," Capello said. The former Milan coach also expressed his admiration for Como's playing style, stating that they are "a joy to watch" due to their attacking approach and team effort.
Como's success in the Champions League has been a highlight of the Serie A season, with the team being the only one to secure a win in the first round. Their next Serie A match is against Parma at home next Monday.
