Kevin Keegan

Born

February 14, 1951

Died

July 20, 2026 (aged 75)

Known as

association football player, association football coach, autobiographer

Joseph Kevin Keegan was an English football player and manager who played as an attacking midfielder or forward. Nicknamed "King Kev" or "Mighty Mouse", Keegan was recognised for his dribbling ability, finishing and presence in the air, as much as he was for his distinctive appearance and charismatic personality. He is regarded as one of the greatest players of all time and was a widely recognised figure of English football during the 1970s, winning consecutive Ballon d'Ors in 1978 and 1979.

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