Former Liverpool and England star Kevin Keegan has passed away aged 75 following his battle with cancer, his family announced on Monday.
“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. 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,” it added.
Keegan made 303 appearances for Liverpool between 1971 and 1977, scoring 100 goals in that period. He won three league titles, two UEFA Cups, one European Cup and one FA Cup.
He then moved to Hamburg, where he won the Ballon d’Or in back-to-back years (1977 and 1978).
He also scored 21 goals in 63 appearances for England between 1972 and 1982, captaining the side 31 times.
Keegan later moved into management, revitalising Newcastle United and taking the club to the brink of the Premier League title in the mid-1990s before enduring a more difficult spell as England manager.
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Published on Jul 20, 2026