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Dalglish pays tribute to Kevin Keegan following his death

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 21, 2026, 7:28 AM

Last updated Jul 21, 2026

Dalglish pays tribute to Kevin Keegan following his death

Summary

Sir Kenny Dalglish expressed profound sadness over the passing of former Liverpool forward Kevin Keegan in an Instagram tribute today. Dalglish praised Keegan as one of the best players of his generation, highlighting his exceptional achievements at Liverpool and later as a manager. Phil Thompson, Keegan's former teammate, also shared his grief, recalling Keegan's humility and impact both on and off the field. A special Football Daily podcast reflects on Keegan's legacy, celebrating the memories he created for fans and the football community.

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Key Details

•Kenny Dalglish honored Kevin Keegan on Instagram after his passing.
•Keegan was celebrated for his achievements at Liverpool and Newcastle United.
•Phil Thompson described Keegan as a humble and genuine person.
•A special podcast episode focuses on Keegan’s impact on football.
•Tributes highlight Keegan's legacy as a player and manager.

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7:28 AMYahoo Sports — 'Football has lost one of its true greats' - Dalglish pays tribute to Keegan

What they're saying

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Sir Kenny Dalglish says he is "very saddened" by the passing of former Liverpool forward Kevin Keegan in a personal tribute on Instagram. "Kevin was one of the very best players of his generation and wore Liverpool's famous number seven shirt with great distinction," Dalglish wrote.
— Yahoo Sports

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