Overview
- Roy’s family announced his death on Instagram on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, saying he had fought pancreatic cancer for three and a half years.
- The statement said coaching at Stade Brestois sustained him during illness and praised the bond he formed with players and his family.
- Roy took charge of Brest in January 2023 and in his second season led the club to a surprise third-place finish and its first ever UEFA Champions League qualification.
- French football bodies including Ligue 1 and Brest have publicly mourned his passing, while the club has not yet announced a succession plan or memorial details.
- A former midfielder for clubs including Marseille and a one-time Nice coach and sporting director at Lens and Watford, Roy leaves a long career in French and international football that shaped his legacy.