England football legend Keegan passes away at 75

Kevin Keegan, a legendary figure in English football, has passed away at the age of 75. His family announced his death on Monday, seven weeks after he disclosed his diagnosis of stage four cancer. Keegan, a two-time Ballon d'Or winner, was widely regarded as one of England's most decorated players.

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Kevin, a double Ballon d'Or winner, was a much loved husband, father and grandfather.

During his distinguished playing career, Keegan represented clubs such as Scunthorpe United, Liverpool, Hamburg, Southampton, and Newcastle United. Following his retirement from playing, he transitioned into management, leading teams including Newcastle United, Fulham, the England national team, and Manchester City. He had revealed in June that his cancer had spread to other parts of his body.

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This is a hugely difficult time and they are requesting space and privacy.

A statement released on behalf of Keegan's family described him as a "much loved husband, father and grandfather" who was "surrounded by his wife and daughters in his final moments." The family expressed gratitude to his medical team and requested privacy during this difficult time.

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Kevin was more than a legendary footballer and manager. He was the beating heart of Newcastle United for generations of supporters.

Newcastle United, where Keegan holds iconic status, paid a heartfelt tribute, calling him "one of the most iconic, influential and deeply loved figures in our club's history." The club emphasized that his impact transcended mere statistics, living on in the memories he created and the dreams he inspired in generations of football fans worldwide.

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Kevin's impact will not be measured by appearances or results. It will live on in the memories he created with club and country, the dreams he inspired wherever he went, and the generations of supporters around the world who fell in love with football because of him.