Hollywood Glamour Shines at Como's Sinigaglia Stadium

Hollywood Glamour Shines at Como’s Sinigaglia Stadium

The recent transformation of the stadium has turned it into a mini Hollywood set, blending international glamour with the excitement of Italian football

Hollywood stars Hugh Grant and Andrew Garfield were spotted in the stands at Sinigaglia Stadium in Como, where Serie A matches have become synonymous with on-field spectacle, concerts outside the stadium, and an influx of VIPs. The recent transformation of the stadium has turned it into a mini Hollywood set, blending international glamour with the excitement of Italian football. In recent weeks, the club has embraced this new direction, attracting attention and high-profile guests.

At the end of September, actress Kate Beckinsale made a surprise appearance in the stands while in Italy filming a movie, where she was photographed enjoying Como’s victory over Verona. On that occasion, the club also introduced a pre-match musical performance featuring renowned Italian rapper Gue Pequeno, adding to the festive atmosphere.

This weekend, the star-studded lineup continued with the arrival of Hugh Grant, the iconic actor known for his roles in blockbuster hits like “Four Weddings and a Funeral,” “Notting Hill,” and “Love Actually.” Alongside him was Andrew Garfield, famed for his portrayal of Spider-Man in multiple films. The duo sat next to Raphael Varane, a new member of the club’s board, and Mirwan Suwarso, a top executive within the team.

As the actors made their way to their seats, Grant’s presence was impossible to miss, given his illustrious career and numerous accolades, including a Golden Globe and BAFTA awards. Garfield, a talented actor with dual British and American citizenship, first gained fame in 2007 and has since earned multiple award nominations, including an Oscar nod for his performance in “Hacksaw Ridge” and a Golden Globe win for “Tick, Tickā€¦ Boom!” The continued appearance of such high-profile celebrities at Serie A matches reinforces the