The Stade Brestois 29 will honor former manager Éric Roy with a formal tribute ahead of their Ligue 1 fixture against Paris Saint-Germain on Sunday, September 13, at Stade Francis-Le Blé, according to club announcements. Roy passed away on June 17 at the age of 58 following a battle with cancer, prompting an outpouring of grief across French football.
Stade Brestois Reschedules Tribute for Prime-Time Clash Against Paris Saint-Germain
Club officials initially evaluated the possibility of organizing a memorial during pre-season fixtures or the opening weekend of the Ligue 1 campaign against Toulouse FC. However, management determined that those early dates could not accommodate the expected turnout under proper conditions. The club subsequently scheduled the tribute for the prime-time visit of Paris Saint-Germain, ensuring the broader football community and local supporters could gather to recognize Roy’s impact.
“Le Stade Brestois 29 souhaite que cet hommage soit à la hauteur de l’empreinte qu’Éric Roy a laissée dans l’histoire du club et de l’attachement que lui portent sa famille, ses proches, l’ensemble des membres du club et tout le peuple brestois,” the club stated in an official release detailing the decision to postpone the ceremony until the PSG fixture.
Remembering Éric Roy’s Historic Tenure in Finistère
Roy assumed managerial duties at Stade Brestois in January 2023, stabilizing the squad and guiding the club through a transformative three-and-a-half-year period. Under his leadership, Brest reached the knockout playoff round of Europe’s premier club competition before exiting against Paris Saint-Germain.
Before his successful spell in the dugout, Roy built an extensive playing career as a midfielder, featuring for top-tier French clubs including OGC Nice, Olympique Lyonnais, and Olympique de Marseille. Known widely among supporters by the moniker “the King,” his passing deeply affected teammates, executives, and fans across the region.
Next Steps and Matchday Schedule
Official updates regarding stadium access and commemorative matchday programs will be published directly on the official Stade Brestois 29 communication channels.
