Gavin Newsham

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David Rocastle remembered: Celebrating the life and career of the Arsenal hero with those who knew him best

By Gavin Newsham published 31 March 23

LONGREAD David Rocastle wasn't just a fantastic footballer – to those at Arsenal, the Lewisham maestro represented something much greater. On the anniversary of his tragic death aged just 33, FFT celebrates a genius

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