Former Watford player and manager Kenny Jackett dies at 64

Kenny Jackett, a beloved figure at Watford Football Club, has passed away at the age of 64. The club announced his death on Friday, remembering him as a lifelong player and manager who left an indelible mark on the team.

Jackett, a midfielder and defender, was born in Watford and joined the club at just 12 years old. He spent his entire playing career there, accumulating 428 appearances. His time at the club included being part of the squad that achieved Watford's highest-ever league finish, second in the First Division in 1982-83, and playing in the 1984 FA Cup final.

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Kenny holds legend status here following his remarkable achievements as a player, a coach and a manager, and the club has truly lost one of its own.

His connection to Watford continued into management, where he began his coaching career. He went on to manage other clubs, including Swansea City, Wolverhampton Wanderers, and Portsmouth. Watford chairman and CEO Scott Duxbury expressed the club's deep loss, stating, "Kenny holds legend status here following his remarkable achievements as a player, a coach and a manager, and the club has truly lost one of its own." He extended condolences to Jackett's family, including his son Ryan, who is currently working with the club.

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On behalf of everyone at Watford FC, I send my sincere condolences to his wife Samantha and sons David and Ryan, the latter of whom is working with us today, building on the legacy his father left.