Bologna Vs Como

After concluding their Champions League journey earlier in the week, Bologna will look to strengthen their bid for European qualification when Como visit Stadio Dall'Ara on Saturday evening. Although Bologna's aspirations of advancing in European competition came to an end, the Rossoblu are still highly motivated to secure a spot in next season's continental tournaments. Meanwhile, Como's main focus remains on survival in Serie A, as they struggle to remain in Italy's top division.

Bologna’s path to European football has been paved with determination. Having ended their Champions League campaign with a 1-1 draw against Sporting Lisbon on Wednesday, the team reflects on a slightly underwhelming journey through the tournament. In the final group-stage match, Bologna, already eliminated, managed to deliver a spirited performance at Estadio Alvalade. Despite hitting the crossbar, the Rossoblu took the lead through Tommaso Pobega, only for Sporting to equalize late in the match. This result concluded their European adventure, and with it, Bologna will now turn their attention to Serie A, where they have been consistently competitive this season.

The team has shown resilience in 2025, having gone unbeaten in the new year thus far. Bologna’s 1-1 draw against Sporting was their latest result in a series of performances that have kept their hopes for a European spot alive. In Serie A, Bologna has been one of the most frequent teams to draw matches this season, with ten stalemates in 21 league games. This marks the highest number of draws for the club at this stage of a top-tier campaign since 1990, showcasing their ability to earn points even in tightly contested matches. Despite the many draws, Bologna remains in eighth place in the Serie A standings, sandwiched between Roma and AC Milan, and still within striking distance of securing a place in Europe next season. 

The team's ultimate goal is to replicate their impressive fifth-place finish from the previous season, which granted them a berth in European competition. Bologna's offensive output has been formidable at home, particularly since November, with only Roma outscoring them on their own turf in that period. Their home form has been strong, and their previous record against Como at Stadio Dall'Ara suggests they will be favored to return to winning ways this weekend. Historically, Bologna has been dominant in their home fixtures against Como, suffering just one defeat in nine Serie A encounters with the Lombardy side at home, with the only loss dating back to 1951. This trend bodes well for Bologna’s chances of securing three points and continuing their pursuit of a European spot.

On the other hand, Como comes into this match after a 2-2 draw against Bologna in the reverse fixture earlier this season. While Bologna rallied late in that match to deny Como a full three points, Como's overall record against Bologna has been more competitive than many might expect. In their 19 Serie A encounters to date, Como has lost just five times, showing that they can hold their own against one of Italy's top clubs. Their performance in the earlier part of the season was marked by difficulty in adjusting to Serie A after a long absence from the top flight, but they have gradually found their feet. Recently, Como has begun to climb the standings, and last week they came within a whisker of completing a remarkable double over Atalanta BC, one of Serie A's title challengers.

In their most recent match, Como took the lead against Atalanta through Nico Paz’s first-half goal. However, a clinical second-half brace from Mateo Retegui allowed Atalanta to snatch a 2-1 victory, leaving Como frustrated but with a performance to build on. Despite the loss, Como remains just two points above the relegation zone, highlighting the precariousness of their situation. The team’s struggle to secure points in away fixtures has been one of the key factors behind their ongoing battle against relegation. Since their surprising win over Atalanta in late September, Como has failed to win any of their seven away matches, accumulating only three draws in the process. This poor away form has significantly hampered their ability to move up the table, and they will be desperate to end this winless run in Bologna.

Como has shown signs of improvement at home, with players like Cesc Fabregas and others contributing to a more resilient side at Stadio Sinigaglia. However, their inability to secure victories on the road has left them vulnerable, and they will need to find a way to adapt to away matches if they are to avoid a return to Serie B. The team’s current form, particularly away from home, suggests that their match against Bologna will be a tough challenge. Despite the draws in their last few matches against the likes of Lazio, Venezia, and Genoa, Como is in danger of slipping into the relegation zone if they do not start picking up points on their travels. The match against Bologna will be crucial for Como as they look to keep their survival hopes alive.

For both teams, the upcoming encounter is critical in different ways. Bologna is focused on securing a European place for next season, while Como is fighting for survival in Italy’s top tier. Bologna's recent form, both in Serie A and their European adventures, makes them the favorites going into the match. Their strong home record, combined with Como’s struggles away from home, tips the scales in favor of the Rossoblu. However, Como’s competitive record against Bologna, coupled with their recent improvement, suggests that they could provide a stern challenge and potentially cause an upset.

Ultimately, Bologna will aim to bounce back from their European disappointment and continue their quest for a spot in next season's continental competitions. Meanwhile, Como will be hoping to finally end their away-day blues and pick up valuable points in their battle against relegation. The stakes are high, and both teams will be fully aware of the significance of this encounter as they meet at Stadio Dall'Ara on Saturday evening.