Former England captain and manager Kevin Keegan has died at the age of 75, about seven weeks after he revealed he had been diagnosed with stage‑four cancer.
Keegan was one of English football’s most decorated players, starring at clubs such as Scunthorpe United, Liverpool, Hamburg, Southampton and Newcastle during an illustrious playing career.
He later managed Newcastle, Fulham, England and Manchester City, guiding the national side and clubs to success.
In June Keegan publicly announced his stage‑four cancer diagnosis, the most advanced stage indicating the disease had spread to other parts of his body.
A statement from his family said he was surrounded by his wife and daughters in his final moments and that he was a beloved husband, father and grandfather.
He was a double Ballon d’Or winner and England’s last captain; Newcastle United paid tribute, describing him as "one of the most iconic, influential and deeply loved figures in our club’s history".
Newcastle’s statement added that "Kevin was more than a legendary footballer and manager. He was the beating heart of Newcastle United for generations of supporters," and highlighted his enduring impact on fans worldwide.
The family has asked for privacy and thanked the medical team for their support, marking the end of a profound era in English football."
