European powerhouse Manchester United suffered a crushing 4-1 defeat to Italy's Como in the UEFA Champions League.

Como's 22-year-old rising star Nico Paz dismantled Manchester United by recording two goals and one assist.

Hosting the match at home for the third round of the Champions League league phase, Como scored the opening goal just two minutes into the game.

Nico Paz broke through Manchester United's defense with a sharp left-footed curling shot.

Paz's brilliance continued into the second half.

After assisting Douvikas's additional goal with an exquisite through ball in the 4th minute of the second half, Paz stole the ball from the opponent and directly scored the third goal in the 12th minute of the second half.

By recording two goals and one assist, he became the youngest Argentine player since Lionel Messi in 2009 to be involved in three goals in a single Champions League match.

Como sealed the victory early with Ramon's header in the 31st minute of the second half, while Manchester United managed only a consolation goal during stoppage time.

Back in 2008, when Manchester United claimed their third Champions League title, Como was a team lingering in Italy's fourth-tier Serie D.

However, under the guidance of manager Cesc Fabregas, Como finished fourth in Italy's top-tier Serie A last season to advance to the Champions League, and now has comprehensively defeated European powerhouse Manchester United.

Meanwhile, Manchester United has fallen into a slump, going winless in seven consecutive matches for the first time since 2015.

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