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An “infinite sadness” as described by ASSE this evening on its social networks. With more than 343 games on the clock in the jersey of his hometown, Georges Bereta has won no less than six French championship titles and three French Cups with AS Saint-Étienne. In addition to ASSE, he also wore the colors of OM (1974-1978) and Roanne (1978-1979). The one who will have played 44 games with the France team (for four goals) died this evening at the age of 77. The former midfielder will also have campaigned for the establishment of fixed-term contracts in professional football, whereas previously players signed “lifetime contracts” until the age of 35.
ASSE pays tribute to Georges Bereta
🖤 ‘ ́. ASSE loses a legendary player, an immense track record, an ambassador for life.
The sadness is endless. pic.twitter.com/XtFEVkc9AI
– AS Saint-Etienne (@ASSEofficiel) July 4, 2023
✨ He got the crowds up and will contribute, tomorrow again, to the greatness of our AS Saint-Étienne.
Georges Bereta passed away today, leaving behind his entire legacy.
– AS Saint-Etienne (@ASSEofficiel) July 4, 2023
To sum up
The legend of AS Saint-Étienne passed away tonight at the age of 77. With more than 343 games on the clock in the jersey of his hometown, Georges Bereta has won no less than six French championship titles and three French Cups with AS Saint-Étienne.