An up-close look at the Como Cup as Celtic eye pre-season Treble | OneFootball

This week is all about The Como Cup – a five-day festival of world-class football, music, food, and unforgettable experiences, centred around the brand new Como Cup.

Set against the stunning backdrop of the Alps and Italy’s most iconic lake, this immersive event brings together elite clubs, international fans, and a vibrant festival spirit in one of the most picturesque locations in the world.

The Football Four clubs. Four days. One trophy.

The Como Cup will see four major clubs go head-to-head in a knockout-style tournament at the historic Stadio Giuseppe Sinigaglia, with Como 1907 defending home turf.

The Line-Up:

AFC Ajax – Dutch giants, Eredivisie runners-up, and Europa League contenders. Al-Ahli Saudi FC – Newly crowned AFC Champions League Elite winners, a rising force in Asia. Celtic FC – Scottish champions and regulars in European competition. Como 1907 – Fresh off their long-awaited return to Serie A, ready to host on home soil.

Match Schedule:

23 July – Como 1907 vs Al-Ahli 24 July – Ajax vs Celtic 26 July – Third Place Playoff 27 July – Final

Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers is seen during the pre-season friendly match between Celtic and Newcastle United at Celtic Park on July 19, 2025 in Glasgow, Scotland. (Photo by Ian MacNicol/Getty Images)

Celtic Manager Brendan Rodgers shared his enthusiasm: “We are delighted to accept this invitation to take part in the inaugural Como Cup. This is a great opportunity for the club to join in a really exciting tournament in the north of Italy, a place where football has such a huge focus. We will meet some fantastic clubs and, as well as delivering great matches, the competition will act as very useful preparation for us ahead of the new season.”

Here’s a look at the Como Cup which Celtic will be looking to add to the Adidas Cup won on Saturday after hammering those English undesirables 4-0 and the much closer encounter against Cork City to lift the first ever Cork Cup. Can Celtic add the Como Cup to the collection? If they do Matt Corr and the rest of the Celtic tour guides are going to be even busier than usual as we all try to get into stadium to get a closer look at our pre-season treble.

Como Cup

Como Cup

Como Cup

Como Cup

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