Sports · 20 July 2026

Football great Kevin Keegan has died aged 75 after cancer battle

Keegan’s family said the former England captain and manager died after battling stage four cancer, surrounded by his wife and daughters. He won two Ballon d’Or awards and starred for Liverpool before playing for Hamburg, Southampton and Newcastle, later managing England and Newcastle. Tributes have poured in from clubs, players and Prince William following his death.

By BriefTea Editorial · 20 July 2026 at 19:02

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