Cesc Fabregas has proven himself not only as a world-class player but now as an emerging top-level coach, following Como’s 2:1 victory over Roma on Sunday, 15 March 2026, a result that keeps them in 4th position in the 2025/26 Serie A table.
Softfootball’s review of Fabregas’ progress highlights once again the strength of Barcelona’s La Masia academy, which has produced some of football’s finest talents, including:
- Lionel Messi
- Sergio Busquets
- Jordi Alba
- Pep Guardiola
- Cesc Fabregas
- Victor Valdes
- Pedro
- Antonio Torres
- Mikel Arteta
- Xavi Hernandez
- Marc Cucurella
This list continues to grow, and La Masia’s impact extends beyond players, having also developed top coaches such as Pep Guardiola, Mikel Arteta, Xavi Hernandez, and now Cesc Fàbregas.
If Fabregas continues on this trajectory, he could emerge as a future Barcelona manager once Hansi Flick’s tenure comes to an end. Under his guidance, Como have shown similarities to Barcelona’s style of play, maintaining possession, playing direct when needed, and demonstrating fluid attacking and effective counter-attacking patterns.
