Happy birthday! Dominique Rocheteau turns 71 today

The iconic and legendary footballer turns 71 on Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2026.

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Dominique Rocheteau is celebrating his 71st birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed footballers of his generation.

Popular footballer Dominique Rocheteau has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 71st birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Rocheteau, a cultural icon

Born in Étaules on January 14, 1955, Dominique Rocheteau's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in French history. Rocheteau's not just a great footballer, he's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little Dominique hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Dominique Rocheteau as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 71.

Happy Birthday, Dominique, you're the best!

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