Newcastle fan group honors Kevin Keegan before Liverpool match in August
BBC Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 22, 2026, 1:15 PM
Last updated Jul 22, 2026
A Newcastle United fan group will pay tribute to Kevin Keegan before the match against Liverpool at St James’ Park on August 23. The event follows Keegan's recent passing at the age of 75 due to cancer. The tribute will include a flag display organized by Wor Flags, who have invited donations to support the initiative. Both clubs will unite to honor Keegan, a significant figure in the history of Newcastle and Liverpool, during this emotional fixture. The match marks their first competitive encounter since his death.
- •Kevin Keegan passed away at 75 after a battle with cancer.
- •The tribute will take place before the match on August 23.
- •Wor Flags is organizing a fan-funded flag display.
- •Both Newcastle and Liverpool will honor Keegan's legacy together.
- •Keegan remains a celebrated figure in the history of both clubs.
- 3:37 PMBBC Sport — Newcastle, Liverpool planning Keegan tribute at season opener
- 1:15 PMYahoo Sports — Newcastle fan group planning poignant tribute to Kevin Keegan before Liverpool game next month
"A prominent Newcastle United fan group is planning a poignant tribute to Kevin Keegan prior to the fixture against Liverpool at St James’ Park on 23 August.Two of the clubs with whom the late, great...
"Newcastle United and Liverpool are in discussions over a tribute to Kevin Keegan before their Premier League opener at St James' Park on Sunday 23rd August.
Sources
External links- BBC SportJul 23, 2026, 3:37 PMNewcastle, Liverpool planning Keegan tribute at season opener
Newcastle United and Liverpool are in discussions over a tribute to Kevin Keegan before their Premier League opener at St James' Park on Sunday 23rd August.
- Yahoo SportsJul 22, 2026, 1:15 PMNewcastle fan group planning poignant tribute to Kevin Keegan before Liverpool game next month
A prominent Newcastle United fan group is planning a poignant tribute to Kevin Keegan prior to the fixture against Liverpool at St James’ Park on 23 August.Two of the clubs with whom the late, great...
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