Como extend contract of women's team star Picchi after breast cancer diagnosis
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Como Women have extended the contract of player Picchi following her breast cancer diagnosis, in a gesture of support during her treatment.
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Attributed to original sourceComo have announced that women’s team player Roberta Picchi has been diagnosed with breast cancer and that the club have decided to extend the striker’s contract for another year to support her through her recovery.
Como hand contract extension to women’s team striker diagnosed with breast cancer Como forward Picchi is expected to begin treatment in the coming days following a diagnosis of breast cancer. The 34-year-old was part of the Como side that earned promotion from Serie B at the end of the 2025-26 season, earning a spot in the top flight for the first time in the team’s history.
AUGUST 21: Lineup team photo during omo v Juventus – Serie A Women’s Cup at Giuseppe Sinigaglia Stadium on August 21, 2026 in , Italy. (Photo by Claudio Villa/Getty Images) Como have confirmed in a statement on Tuesday that they will continue to offer their full support to Picchi as she undergoes treatment for breast cancer, and in a strong show of emotional and financial support, the club has decided to extend the striker’s contract until the end of the 2027-28 season.
“Como 1907 can confirm that Roberta Picchi has been diagnosed with breast cancer following a series of medical examinations,” read a statement on the club website.
A general view of the Giuseppe Sinigaglia Stadium ahead of the Serie A match between against FC Internazionale at Giuseppe Sinigaglia Stadium on April 12, 2026 in Italy. (Photo by Marco Luzzani/Getty Images) “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.”
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What happened
Como Women have renewed the contract of their player Picchi after she was diagnosed with breast cancer. The extension ensures the player remains contracted with the club while she undergoes treatment, reflecting the Italian club's commitment to supporting her through her recovery. The move has been widely praised as an example of a club standing by a player during a serious health challenge.
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Como's decision to extend Picchi's contract despite her cancer diagnosis sends a powerful message about player welfare in women's football, where job security during illness is not always guaranteed. By guaranteeing her contract through treatment, the club removes financial uncertainty at a critical personal moment, reinforcing the growing conversation around support structures for female players facing health issues. It is a reminder that football's responsibilities to its athletes extend well beyond the pitch.
Picchi remains a Como Women player through her treatment with no expected short-term return to competitive action; the contract extension is a supportive rather than sporting decision.