Football : l’Angleterre en deuil après le décès de la légende Kevin Keegan
English football has lost one of its greatest icons. Kevin Keegan, former England international, two-time Ballon d'Or winner and iconic coach, died this Monday at the age of 75.
The announcement was made by his family in an emotional statement.
According to his family, the former striker had been battling cancer for several months. He passed away surrounded by his wife and daughters.
“Kevin was battling cancer and was surrounded by his wife and daughters in his final moments. A two-time Ballon d’Or winner, Kevin was a much-loved husband, father, and grandfather. The family wishes to thank Kevin’s incredible medical team for all their support. This is an extremely difficult time and they ask for space and respect for their privacy,” the family said.
Kevin Keegan will forever remain a major figure in English football. Having made his name at Scunthorpe United, he then established himself with Liverpool before continuing his career at Hamburg.
Southampton and then Newcastle United. His immense talent had allowed him to win the Ballon d'Or twice, in 1978 and 1979.
Wearing the England jersey, he played 63 matches and scored 21 goals, leaving a lasting mark on the history of the Three Lions.
After hanging up his boots, Kevin Keegan successfully transitioned to coaching. He managed Newcastle United, Fulham, and Manchester City before becoming England's manager between 1999 and 2000.
His death marks the passing of a personality who profoundly influenced several generations of supporters and football enthusiasts, both through his talent as a player and his commitment as a coach.
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