Contract Extension During Treatment
Como Extends Roberta Picchi's Contract Through 2028 After Breast Cancer Diagnosis
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Picchi said on social media: “Nothing should ever be taken for granted, and I feel fortunate. It’s time to play my match, but I’ll be back even more determined.”
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Como finished 11 points ahead of Lumezzane in Serie B last season to secure promotion to Italy’s top division.
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Como’s first Serie A Women match is scheduled against AC Milan on Sept. 26, with the team managed by Selena Mazzantini.
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The club’s announcement described the diagnosis as breast carcinoma in one breast and said Picchi would undergo a prescribed course of treatment.
Italian soccer club Como extended forward Roberta Picchi's contract through the 2027-28 season after the 34-year-old was diagnosed with breast cancer, according to Winnipeg Free Press. Picchi will step away from football temporarily to receive treatment while the club's medical team coordinates with her oncology specialists. The decision comes after Picchi helped Como earn promotion to Italy's Serie A Women for the first time.
Picchi said on social media: "Nothing should ever be taken for granted, and I feel fortunate. It's time to play my match, but I'll be back even more determined," according to Newsday. Como finished 11 points ahead of Lumezzane in Serie B last season to secure the historic promotion. The club asked the public to respect Picchi's privacy during her recovery.
A Champion Who Led Como to the Top Flight
Picchi played a crucial role in Como's breakthrough season. The 34-year-old forward helped the club finish 11 points clear of Lumezzane in Serie B, securing a place in Italy's elite women's division for the first time in club history, MRT reported. Como are set to make their Serie A Women debut against AC Milan on September 26 under manager Selena Mazzantini.
Club Commitment Removes Financial Uncertainty
By extending Picchi's deal through 2027-28 before beginning treatment, Como removed immediate concerns about her job security while she focuses on recovery. The contract extension signals that the club values her long-term contribution and belonging beyond immediate playing availability, Houston Chronicle noted. This approach allows Picchi to prioritize medical care rather than worry about her professional future.
Medical Team Coordinates With Cancer Specialists
Como described a coordinated medical model where the club's doctors work alongside Picchi's oncology team. The club announced that Picchi has breast carcinoma in one breast and will undergo a prescribed course of treatment, according to CT Post. This separation ensures that specialists direct clinical decisions while the club provides continuity, monitoring, and practical support throughout her recovery.
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