Former England football team captain and manager Kevin Keegan passed away at the age of 75. His old club Newcastle United confirmed his death on 20 July. Keegan was battling cancer for some time. In January this year, his family and Newcastle United revealed that he was suffering from cancer, although no further details were given about the disease. After this, in June, Keegan himself told that he has stage-4 cancer. In the recently played FIFA World Cup 2026, the England team ended its campaign in third position.
Newcastle United Club expressed grief over Keegan’s death
Newcastle United club expressed grief over Keegan’s death and said in their statement that they are deeply saddened by the departure of Kevin Keegan. Keegan was one of the most popular, influential and loved figures in his club’s history. The club said that as a player, Keegan gave a new identity to St James’ Park with his excellent play, big dreams and brilliant captaincy. As a manager (coach), he had given new hope to the entire club and city. The aggressive style, courage and passion with which his team played had won the hearts of football fans around the world.
Keegan won the Ballon d’Or award twice
Kevin Keegan is counted among England’s most brilliant and greatest football players. He started his career with the Liverpool club and won many major tournaments during his stay there. After this he joined Hamburg Club of Germany and earned a lot of name there too. Due to his excellent performance, he received the world’s biggest football award ‘Ballon d’Or’ twice in a row in 1978 and 1979. Due to this great achievement, his name became included among the greatest players of football.
Kevin Keegan played 63 matches for England
Kevin Keegan played 63 international matches for England between 1972 and 1982 and during this time he scored 21 goals. During this period, Keegan captained his team in 31 matches and became a big identity of English football. With his departure from the world, the football world has lost a very respected player. After retiring from football, he also did excellent work as a coach. He also held the responsibility of head coach of the England national team from 1999 to 2000.
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