Whenever anybody mentions Como I fondly remember my great uncle Perry Wibble.
He spent his early years on the mean streets of Manchester but eventually emigrated to Italy to live in the beautiful town of Como beside the lake of the same name. His love of football went with him and he became a faithful follower of his new local side.
He had a magnificent singing voice and made a comfortable living singing in the bars and clubs of the town, entertaining the many millionaires who visited the area from all over the world.
One of his most Magic Moments was when he was spotted by a holidaying American showbiz impresario and was offered the opportunity to tour Europe and the USA.
He said "I was all by myself and this guy ain't misbehavin' so I jumped at the chance, so I sailed down the Moon River and made money in light entertainment."
He became a celebrity and lived comfortably for the rest of his life.
For this reason alone I hope Como thrash whatever team they happen to be playing tonight.
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