Former Liverpool and England star Kevin Keegan dies aged 75
Legendary English footballer and manager Kevin Keegan has passed away at the age of 75 following a battle with cancer. Keegan was a celebrated figure in the sport, known for his time at Liverpool, Hamburg, and Newcastle United.
Why it matters
Keegan was an iconic figure in football history, and his death marks the loss of one of the most influential players and managers of his generation.
Kevin Keegan in Hamburg for the 1982/83 season. (File photo: Reuters)
LONDON: Former Liverpool and England star Kevin Keegan has died aged 75 after battling cancer, his family announced on Monday (Jul 20).
Keegan, regarded as one of the greatest players of his generation, was diagnosed with stage four cancer and underwent treatment in January.
"It is with immense sadness that we announce that Kevin Keegan has passed away at the age of 75," a statement from Keegan's family said.
"The former England player and manager had been battling cancer and was surrounded by his wife and daughters in his final moments."
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