Kevin Keegan has tragically died from cancer at the age of 75.
15:37, Mon, Jul 20, 2026 Updated: 15:39, Mon, Jul 20, 2026
Kevin Keegan
Kevin Keegan has died at the age of 75 (Image: Getty)
Kevin Keegan has tragically died at the age of 75, his family have announced. It was announced back in January that the former England player and manager, who is a legend at former clubs Liverpool and Newcastle, had been diagnosed with stage four cancer.
But despite undergoing treatment, the two-time Ballon d'Or winner has sadly died surrounded by his wife and two daughters.
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A statement from the family read: "It is with immense sadness that we announce that Kevin Keegan has passed away at the age of 75. The former England player and manager had been battling cancer and was surrounded by his wife and daughters in his final moments.
"Kevin, a double Ballon D’or winner, was a much loved husband, father and grandfather. The family would like to thank Kevin’s incredible medical team for all their support. This is a hugely difficult time and they are requesting space and privacy."
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