Eric Roy, the manager of French football club Stade Brestois, has died at the age of 58 following a three-and-a-half-year battle with pancreatic cancer, his family announced on Wednesday. Roy continued to manage the team throughout his illness, leading them to a remarkable third-place finish in Ligue 1 during the 2023-2024 season, qualifying them for the Champions League. A former midfielder who played for clubs including Nice, Lyon, and Marseille, Roy began his managerial career at Nice in 2012. His family highlighted his dedication to the club and the joy it brought him even during his health struggles. The LFP president, Vincent Labrune, expressed deep sadness at Roy’s passing. Brest secured their league status in the subsequent two seasons under his leadership, despite facing challenges. Roy’s time with Brest was described by his family as a particularly fulfilling chapter in his life.