Champions League: Man Utd humiliated by Como, Arsenal denies Bayern
Manchester United suffered a humiliating 4-1 defeat to Como in the Champions League, increasing pressure on manager Michael Carrick, while Arsenal secured a late 2-2 draw against Bayern Munich. Other notable victories included Real Madrid, Inter Milan, Aston Villa, and Real Betis.
Why it matters
These Champions League results significantly impact team standings and manager job security, particularly for Manchester United, and fuel fan discussions globally about the tournament's progression and team performances.
Champions League: Man Utd humiliated by Como, Arsenal denies Bayern left Como's Nico Paz scores against Manchester United in the Champions League on October 21, 2026 Reuters Reuters https://th-i.thgim.com/public/incoming/1ua7ol/article71610188.ece/alternates/FREE_1200/2026-10-21T181314Z_482507138_UP1EMAL1E5IRU_RTRMADP_3_SOCCER-CHAMPIONS-COM-MUN.JPG CLAUDIA GRECO Soccer Football - UEFA Champions League - Como v Manchester United - Stadio Giuseppe Sinigaglia, Como, Italy - October 21, 2026 Como's Nico Paz scores their third goal REUTERS/Claudia Greco TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY Real Madrid thumped RB Leipzig 4-1 and there were also notable victories for Inter Milan, Aston Villa and Real Betis Paris, France Manchester United were hammered 4-1 by Como in the Champions League on Wednesday as the pressure increased on beleaguered manager Michael Carrick, while a late Declan Rice equaliser earned Arsenal a 2-2 draw away to Bayern Munich.
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