David "Rocky" Rocastle.
02/05/1967 - 31/03/2001
Today marks the anniversary of the passing of one of Arsenals finest. David Rocastle was born and brought up in the same area as myself. Lewisham in South East London.
Rocky first joined Arsenal in 1983 as a school leaver. He broke into the first team in 1985, and was an instant hit with the supporters. During his career with Arsenal, he won first The League Cup in 1987, and The Title in 1989 and 1991, also racking up 14 caps at International level with England.
Why he was ever sold will be one of the mysteries that will bug everyone of my era forever. One can just still see his infectious smile, and remember the player who never looked flustered, had the pace and skill to upset even the finest midfield and defence of the time.
Rocky played 218 games for Arsenal, scoring 24 goals, but created numerous.
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David Rocastle. One of Arsenals finest. Gone but never forgotten.