Brest Head Coach Eric Roy Worked While Hiding His Illness
It has been revealed that Eric Roy battled stage 4 pancreatic cancer for over three years and kept this condition hidden from everyone.
Leaving a deep mark in French football, Brest Head Coach Eric Roy passed away at the age of 58 due to pancreatic cancer. His wife, Loetitia Roy, revealed that the famous manager continued to coach his team despite his severe illness.
Diagnosis and Hidden Battle
Eric Roy, a well-known figure in French football, went to the hospital with abdominal pain shortly after starting his job at Brest. As a result of the checks performed, he was diagnosed with stage four pancreatic cancer.
Achieved Historic Success
Continuing to remain at the helm of his team despite heavy treatment processes, Roy managed to keep Brest in Ligue 1. He carried the club to its first-ever UEFA Champions League adventure in its history.
Hidden From His Players
Eric Roy did not want to appear in front of his players as a sick head coach. For this reason, he preferred to keep his illness hidden from his players and the public for a long time.
Last Days and Farewell
Only club executives and a limited number of close circle knew about his condition. Roy, whose disease effects worsened in his last season, passed away on the thirty-first anniversary of their marriage.