Alessandro Bellemo, former captain of the youth national team and current midfielder of L.R. Vicenza, relived his passion for Como 1907 in a special episode of the football show "Il Barbiere", broadcast on Espansione TV. Sitting on the famous Como armchair, Bellemo shared an intense story full of gratitude, recalling his stay in the club which saw him grow and lead the team towards the historic promotion to Serie A.
Arriving at Como in Serie C, Bellemo took on the role of symbol of the club's rebirth. During the interview he spoke about the difficulties faced in the early years, the daily work and the sacrifice necessary to build a competitive team. “I left a piece of my heart in Como,” he declared, underlining the strong connection with the fans and the importance of having transformed the club into a real family. His contribution was decisive for the rise to Serie A, an event that represented the culmination of a dream shared with the entire city.
After the summer transfer from Sampdoria to L.R. Vicenza, Bellemo has proven to maintain a high level of performance in Serie B. In his speech he did not express resentment for the move, but highlighted his dedication to the new club. "It's part of our job. Today I'm totally focused on Vicenza and our challenges in the championship, but what I experienced in Como remains engraved," he said, wishing Como and its fans all the best for the future in the top flight.
May 10, 2024 remains a key date in Como's history, when the team achieved promotion to Serie A after an intense and dramatic evening. Bellemo emotionally remembered that moment, which marked the end of 21 years of absence from the club and the beginning of a new chapter for the coastal city.
With this episode Bellemo reaffirmed the link with Como, while continuing to focus on the challenges of Vicenza. His testimony offered fans a snapshot of passion, professionalism and gratitude, demonstrating how football stories can transcend the pitch and become true community stories.