The long queue in front of his stand is unmistakable. Neither does the ambient hubbub. One thing is certain, the farmhouse of the Couvent des Cordeliers invested by L’Envolée des livres de Châteauroux this Saturday May 4 found its star: Dominique Rocheteau. Arriving at around 2:15 p.m., the former striker for Saint-Étienne and the French team was quickly monopolized by the local media.
Just arrived, Dominique Rocheteau answered questions from local media
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Square posts and Euro 84
Barely released, he is attacked on all sides by the numerous visitors around him. To overshadow Daniel Herrero or Raymond Domenech. A fan then presents himself with a green book with the evocative title: “Glasgow 1976”. In reference to ASSE’s epic journey to the final of the Champion Clubs’ Cup, stopped by the famous story of the Scottish square posts. The Green Angel of the time signed a first dedication, he would go on to do dozens of them.
I had the chance to play in a team that forged a strong bond with the public. That’s also what I’m known for.
Dominique Rocheteau
“I had the chance to play in a team that forged a strong bond with the publiche comments. That’s also what I’m known for. » The Blues’ successes during the 1982 and 1986 World Cups, coupled with the continental title at Euro 1984, are no stranger to this either. In any case, Dominique Rocheteau was able to notice in Berry that his popularity has not declined. During his “tours” in France, the 69-year-old rock star means well “give back to the supporters”.
A book to combine at all times
“These memories have remained in the hearts of people, who remember this romantic football of the time”, he emphasizes. The transition is as clear as it is easy. Became an author since a work entitled They called me the Green Angel released in 2005, the original Charentais presents his new production. The title Sentimental Football could suggest stories filled with nostalgia, it is more of a reflection “in relation to what I have known, to what I currently see in the evolution of football”. A mix of anecdotes, while anchoring itself in the present and aiming for the future. “It’s a book also aimed at young people where I try to defend certain values which tend to disappearadds Dominique Rocheteau. Today, transmitting values is no longer the priority. »
“I have less passion for football today”
All experienced in his post-career journey which saw him become agent of David Ginola, then president of the ethics commission of the French federation for around ten years and sports director of AS Saint-Étienne . “I am sounding the alarmcontinues the former player. I have less passion for this football. »
To find her, Rocheteau chose his native lands. In Royan (Charente-Maritime), the 69-year-old man organizes and runs courses at Easter and during the summer holidays. Children between 8 and 16 years old are educated in the principles of sport, both on and off the field.
A big fan of rugby and Stade Rochelais, the footballer is inspired by the state of mind transmitted by the oval. And when we know that Daniel Herrero, sponsor of the Castelroussin event that he has encountered in other book fairs, is promoting it, we say to ourselves that the circle has come full circle.
The Flight of Books continues this Sunday, May 5, at the Couvent des Cordeliers.
