We predict more misery for Manchester United, while each of our three picks includes a live-checked UK price and a stated explanation. All selections are our views.Our top Como vs Manchester United betting tips at a glanceSelectionOddsWhyComo to win6/5Manchester United very unconvincing this seasonBoth teams to score and over 2.5 goals5/6Has paid out in six of Como’s last eight matchesNico Paz anytime scorer19/10Como’s best player was on scoresheet at weekendComo vs Manchester United match previewIt says everything about how standards have fallen at Manchester United that a 1-1 draw with Leeds United on Sunday was seen as a step in the right direction.True, Leeds are a good team and United at least managed to avoid defeat at Elland Road. But Michael Carrick’s side have won just one of their last eight matches, and that was against Azerbaijani outsiders Sabah in the Champions League.Against a much stronger Atletico Madrid team on matchday two, United fell to a 2-0 defeat. They at least looked more solid against Leeds at the weekend, but they did not create many chances aside from the goal scored by Bryan Mbeumo.Carrick did a good job at United last term, but the pressure was off after a disappointing first half of the campaign. Moreover, the Red Devils only had the Premier League to focus on.Adding European football into the equation was always going to make this campaign tougher, but United should still be doing much better than they are.Anyone unfamiliar with Como – a traditionally small Italian club making their debut in the Champions League – might expect this to be a straightforward assignment for United, but that is not the case.Cesc Fabregas has created an excellent team in the north of Italy and his players will be well up for this one.Team formComo ended a three-game winless streak by beating Fiorentina on Sunday. Manchester United are looking to win their first game in seven, with Michael Carrick’s team having endured a poor start to the season.TeamLast 5Goals forGoals againstBTTSComoW L D L W773/5Manchester UnitedD L D D L584/5Ongoing injuriesComo will have to make do without Assane Diao and Moise Kean on matchday three of the Champions League. Manuel Ugarte, Benjamin Sesko, Patrick Dorgu and Tom Heaton are missing for Manchester United, while Kobbie Mainoo and Luke Shaw are both doubts.Head-to-head recordComo and Manchester United have never played each other before.Team news and predicted line-upsComo will hope to have Trevoh Chalobah available, but it would be a surprise if he started. Leny Yoro is suspended for Manchester United, while Lisandro Martinez will need to be assessed.Como predicted XI: Sanchez; Couto, Jacobo, Kempf, Valle; Perrone, Da Cunha; Baturina, Paz, Kaiky; Douvikas.Manchester United predicted XI: Lammens; Dalot, Maguire, Martinez, Mazraoui; Santos, Baleba; Fernandes, Tielemans, Rashford; Mbeumo.Como vs Manchester United match predictionOnline betting apps rate Como as the favourites – and we agree with the bookies. Manchester United have had a tough start to the season and their woes are set to be compounded in Italy: Como 2-1 Manchester United.Como vs Manchester United betting tipsManchester United head to Italy to face Como on matchday three of the Champions League.Como to claim scalpComo returned to winning ways at the weekend, beating Fiorentina 3-1 for their first victory since before the recent international break. Like for Manchester United, it has been a mixed bag for Como in the Champions League so far. They beat RB Leipzig 4-1 on matchday one, before losing 3-2 to Feyenoord last time out.Como have a knack for raising their game for the big occasion, which is bad news for United.Michael Carrick’s charges have barely played well this season and we expect them to come unstuck against an upwardly mobile Como side. Back Como to win at 6/5 with BoyleSports Goals at both endsManchester United tightened up against Leeds United, as Michael Carrick appeared to prioritise defence over attack.He may look to do the same against Como, but that will only be possible if the game does not get away from United.But Como are a front-footed team and they will go after United, whose defence has not always stood up well in the face of pressure this season.It is worth noting that there have been goals for both teams and at least three in total in six of Como’s last eight matches. Tip both teams to score and over 2.5 goals at 5/6 with Betway Paz to cause problemsNico Paz got his name on the scoresheet on Sunday, scoring Como’s second in their 3-1 triumph over Fiorentina.The Argentina international is essential to the Como cause and he will be a thorn in Manchester United’s side on Wednesday.If we include his appearances for his country during the international break, Paz has scored four goals in his last six games.He is full of confidence right now and has the combination of technical ability and tactical intelligence to cause United problems. Go for Nico Paz to score any time at 19/10 with 247Bet Where and when to watch in the UKDate: Wednesday 21st October.Kick-off: 5.45pm.Venue: Stadio Giuseppe Sinigaglia, Como, Italy.Where to watch: TNT Sports 2.Key statsManchester United have not won any of their last five away games in the Champions League.Como are unbeaten at the Stadio Giuseppe Sinigaglia this season.Manchester United have not won any of their last six matches.FAQBelow you will find the answers to some frequently asked questions about the upcoming game.Who is the referee for the fixture?The referee for Como vs Manchester United is Sven Jablonski.Where will the fixture take place?Como vs Manchester United will take place at the Stadio Giuseppe Sinigaglia in Como, Italy.What is the weather forecast for kick-off?The weather forecast for Como vs Manchester United is 13 degrees and light rain showers.More Champions League predictionsWe have plenty more Champions League predictions and picks – find our latest betting tips from expert punters in our match preview overview.About the authorGreg LeaGreg Lea is a freelance football writer from London. 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