Le Mans FC chose to mark the match against Stade Brestois with a special tribute to Eric Roy, the club’s emblematic coach who died this summer at age 58 from pancreatic cancer. Before kickoff of the official match, President Pedro Oliveira presented a blood-and-gold jersey, stamped "King Éric - 29", to a Brest official, which was signed by all players and staff of the Ligue 2 side. The gesture, unlike the minute of silence observed by Nice and Marseille, demonstrates Le Mans’ solidarity with the late coach. The match, scheduled for 13 September at the Stade Marie-Marvingt, sees Le Mans facing Brest, while Brest prepares a vibrant homage for its upcoming game against PSG. The special jersey will remain a tangible reminder of Eric Roy’s contribution to French football.