Como have renewed Roberta Picchi's contract after confirming that their women's player has been diagnosed with breast cancer. The Serie A side have extended her contract until the end of the 2027/28 season as part of their continued commitment to Picchi.
Treatment and Support
The 34-year-old will now begin treatment, which Como's medical team will support throughout by working closely with the specialists responsible for her care. Picchi and her family will also receive all the support they need over the coming months.
Her diagnosis comes three weeks before Como's season starts. They won the Serie B title last season to earn promotion.
Club Statement
The club's official statement says: "Como 1907 can confirm that Roberta Picchi has been diagnosed with breast cancer following a series of medical examinations. Roberta will now begin her treatment, supported throughout by the club's medical team, who will work closely with the specialists responsible for her care."
"Everyone at Como 1907 is alongside Roberta and will give her and her family all the support they need during the months ahead. As part of that continued commitment, the club has also renewed Roberta's contract until the end of the 2027/28 season."
"At this time, we ask that Roberta's privacy is respected as she focuses on her treatment and recovery."
Player's Response
Picchi has also thanked the club in a heartfelt post shared on her Instagram story. Translated from Italian into English, the social media message reads: "Grateful to be part of this great club."
"Thank you for the opportunity, your trust and your utmost support. Thanks to everyone who has been by my side during this turbulent month: the club, the entire staff, the doctors, the hospital team, my legendary teammates, my friends and last but not least, my family."
"Nothing is ever a given, but I'm lucky. It's time to play my game, but I'll be back even more hungry."
She has also shared several posts from her colleagues at Como, as well as former team-mates. Their team manager, Francesca Vitale, said: "We're all playing this match together with you." Emilie Bosshard Haavi added: "We are with you and are waiting for you." Vero Boquete declared: "We're going to win this match".
Sharing a photo of them celebrating, Hellas Verona player Cristina Merli said: "I'll be waiting for you again, with this smile right here. With you." Martina Pizzolato commented: "Kick his ass, Pipi - I'm with you." Sere Landa added: "You're strong - we're all waiting for you here."
