Our thoughts go out to Kevin Keegan’s family - a true character, great player and motivational Manager - and a pioneer playing abroad (in Germany in the 1970s). RIP, Kev - shame our boys couldn’t have sent you off with a World Cup win - somehow that would have been fitting.

donaghcorby19972mo ago

One of the rare legendary players who went on to also be a brilliant manger after the fact. He will be missed!

Absolute legend. Love KK, even as a Manchester United fan. Kevin Keegan transcends club rivalries. Gutted to be honest. What a player..

james.brooke2mo ago

A great Donny man who will be terribly missed. Still remember his return to Newcastle and how the fans treated it as if a god were returning. Proper football man, RIP King Kev

chillout2mo ago

I remember travelling to a remote village in Eritrea in the 1990s. One TV in the whole place - switched on and there was King Kev - even in Africa!!

eoin2mo ago

A true English legend, as a player and manager. Two Ballon d'Ors is only part of what made him such an icon. One of the best personalities we saw in the dugout as well RIP

lee.connor2mo ago

Probably the most iconic PL manager as I grew up outside of Ferguson. The 4-3 games with Liverpool in successive years are still my favourite PL games from the past.

aaditya.krishnamurthy2mo ago

Someone who didn’t get nearly as much respect for their work with England as a player and manager during their time. Rest in power, Kevin Keegan

markmarston2mo ago

Such sad news, may he rest in peace. I have strong Newcastle ties… I’ve grown up constantly hearing the name Kevin Keegan. My grandma and grandad adored him. I was told all about ‘The Entertainers’ team he managed. His legacy is cemented forever. Praying for his loved ones 🙏🏼

jackgallagher2mo ago

An all time great

seanfisher2mo ago

An iconic character in English football both as a player and manager. RIP

jordan.harris2mo ago

Really sad news. First memory of him was as England boss, could tell how desperate he was to be a success. Always thought it was incredibly classy how he stepped away once he realised he wasn’t the right man. Put the team ahead of his ego

dancoombs2mo ago

I thought he should have stuck around really, he was unlucky at Euro 2000

chillout2mo ago

Yes - the current manager might want to reflect on that.

jamesshearman232mo ago

The “I would love it if beat them” rant was so iconic! Way before my time and I still say it sometimes

leeclarke05082mo ago

One of the biggest characters in the game. A brilliant player, sound manager and a huge void has just been left in the world of football. RIP King Kev...

jamie.brown822mo ago

Truly legendary manager and player! One of the greatest England has ever produced! Rest in peace. 🤍

kyle.dimond2mo ago

Horrible refreshing social media to see this news. Glad to hear he was surrounded by loved ones. Only English player to win the ballon d’or twice. Legend.