Former Premier League Striker Cedric Roussel Passes Away at 45
Belgian striker Cedric Roussel has sadly passed away at the age of 45 after suffering a heart attack in his homeland on Saturday afternoon in the city of Mons. Despite the efforts of emergency services, Roussel was unable to be revived, leaving behind one son named Cameron who was born in 2001.
Capped three times by his country, Roussel enjoyed a long and successful career in football, spending four years in English football with Coventry City and Wolves. After two years with the Sky Blues where he partnered Robbie Keane, he then joined Wolves in 2001, staying for two years again before moving on to join Genk.
Most of his success came with Mons in Belgium where he spent two separate spells, first a loan spell in 2003 before playing for the club again between 2007 and 2010. Roussel eventually retired from the game in 2015 and opted to move out of football to start a new career in real estate.
Tributes Pour In for Cedric Roussel
Despite leaving the sport behind, Roussel attracted tributes from former clubs Coventry and Wolves. Coventry said: “Coventry City are deeply saddened to learn of the death of our former striker Cedric Roussel, at the age of just 45. Cedric played 43 games for the Sky Blues from 1999-2001, scoring 11 goals. Our condolences are with his family and friends at this very sad time.” Wolves also paid tribute, adding: “Our hearts go out to the family and friends of Cedric Roussel. Our former player has passed away aged just 45.”
Roussel’s Legacy in Football
Roussel’s legacy in football will be remembered by fans of Coventry City, Wolves, and Mons, where he spent the majority of his career. He was known for his attacking prowess and ability to score goals, having scored 11 goals in 43 appearances for Coventry City alone. His partnership with Robbie Keane at Coventry was particularly memorable, with the two strikers forming a formidable attacking force for the Sky Blues.
Roussel’s decision to retire from football in 2015 and pursue a career in real estate showed his dedication to building a successful life beyond the sport. While his passing is a great loss to the football community, his legacy will continue to be celebrated by those who knew him and watched him play.
Conclusion
The passing of Cedric Roussel at the age of just 45 is a great loss to the football community. The Belgian striker enjoyed a long and successful career in football, spending four years in English football with Coventry City and Wolves. Despite leaving the sport behind in 2015, Roussel’s legacy in football will be remembered by fans of Coventry City, Wolves, and Mons, where he spent the majority of his career. Tributes from former clubs Coventry and Wolves show the impact Roussel had on those who knew him and watched him play.