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Éric Roy (footballer)
September 26, 1967 – June 17, 2026
French football footballer and manager (1967-2026)
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Éric Serge Armand Roy was a French professional football manager and player. He spent the majority of his playing career in his native France, also playing for Sunderland in England and Rayo Vallecano in Spain. As a manager, he led Ligue 1 side Brest to their first ever participation in European football when they qualified for the 2024–25 UEFA Champions League. He managed Brest until his death in 2026.
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- Birthday · September 26
- Anniversary · June 17
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