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Former AS Monaco and France midfielder Jean-Paul Rostagni dies at 78
By Zak Jackson, MonacoViews Editorial
Jean-Paul Rostagni, who earned 25 caps for France and played for AS Monaco, has died after a long illness at the age of 78.
Jean-Paul Rostagni, one of the region's most decorated footballers of his generation, died on Monday after a long illness. He was 78. Rostagni won 25 international caps for France and built his career across the Côte d'Azur, representing both AS Monaco and OGC Nice during his playing years.
Raised through the Cavigal club in Nice, Rostagni was remembered by those who knew him as a technically gifted and principled player. His passing leaves a significant gap in the memories of a generation of supporters who followed football along the Riviera during his playing years.
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