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Jürgen Klopp receives honorary CBE from King Charles III

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 8, 2026, 1:55 PM

Last updated Jun 8, 2026

Jürgen Klopp receives honorary CBE from King Charles III

Summary

Former Liverpool coach Jürgen Klopp has been named an honorary Commander of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (CBE) by King Charles III. The award recognizes Klopp's contributions to football and the community in Liverpool. This accolade was initially announced by the UK government in February but was overshadowed by other announcements. There is no confirmation yet on whether the 58-year-old has received the medal associated with this honor. Non-UK nationals are eligible for honorary British awards. Sarina Wiegman, who won European Championship titles with England's women team, also holds an honorary title.

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Key Details

•Jürgen Klopp awarded honorary CBE for services to football
•Recognition from King Charles III
•Klopp served as Liverpool coach from 2015 to 2024
•Sarina Wiegman also holds an honorary title
•Initial announcement came in February 2026

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1:55 PMYahoo Sports — Honorary award for ex-Liverpool coach Klopp from UK king

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Former Liverpool coach Jürgen Klopp is to be an honorary Commander of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (CBE). The award from the UK's King Charles III is for services to football and the community in Liverpool.
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