Como 1907 Supports Roberta Picchi in Breast Cancer Battle
Como 1907 have announced that forward Roberta Picchi has been diagnosed with breast cancer – and responded with a powerful gesture of faith in their 34-year-old striker.
In a statement confirming the diagnosis after “a series of medical examinations”, the club revealed they have extended Picchi’s contract through to the end of the 2027-28 season. No clauses. No caveats. Just a clear message: her future at the club is not up for debate while she faces the biggest fight of her life.
Picchi will now begin treatment under the supervision of Como’s medical staff, who will work hand in hand with specialist oncology teams. The club underlined that she will be supported “throughout” by their doctors, placing the emphasis firmly on continuity of care and daily backing from those who know her best inside the dressing room and the training ground.
“Everyone at Como 1907 is alongside Roberta and will give her and her family all the support they need during the months ahead,” the statement read, capturing the mood around the Larian club as players, staff and supporters rally behind a key figure in their squad.
The decision to renew her contract was framed as part of that same commitment. By tying Picchi to the club until 2028, Como have removed any uncertainty about her professional future, allowing her to concentrate solely on treatment and rehabilitation. The club closed their announcement with a simple request: respect for her privacy as she focuses on recovery.
Como regroup on the pitch
While the human story dominates everything at Como right now, the season does not wait. Selena Mazzantini’s side must quickly learn to cope without their experienced striker when they head to Brescia in the Coppa Italia Women on September 20.
That tie will be the first test of a forward line suddenly missing its reference point, its seasoned campaigner. The emotional weight will be heavy, but so will the sense of purpose.
Seven days later, the challenge ramps up again. Como open their 2026-27 Serie A Women campaign with a marquee home fixture against AC Milan at Centro Sportivo SNEF Lambrone, a game that already carried significance and now takes on an added layer of meaning.
The task is clear. Mazzantini’s squad must turn solidarity into performance, channel their support for Picchi into intensity and togetherness on the pitch. Every sprint, every tackle, every goal in these early weeks will carry the same dedication.
They will play for points. And they will play for Roberta Picchi.
