English football legend Kevin Keegan dies aged 75

Former England and Newcastle United player and manager Kevin Keegan has died at the age of 75. Keegan recently revealed he had terminal cancer. In a statement, his family said: “It is with immense sadness that we announce that Kevin Keegan has passed away at the age of 75. “The former England player and manager had been battling cancer and was surrounded by his wife and daughters in his final moments. Kevin, a double Ballon d’Or winner, was a much loved husband, father and grandfather. “The family would like to thank Kevin’s incredible medical team for all their support. This is a hugely difficult time and they are requesting space and privacy.” Keegan rose to prominence with Liverpool in the 1970s, winning four English league titles, in a 17-year playing career that also included spells at Scunthorpe United, Hamburg, Southampton, Newcastle and ending with Australian side Blacktown City. As a manager, he took over at Newcastle while they were struggling in the First Division and led them to a title challenge in 1996. His legendary rant directed at Manchester United and Alex Ferguson on Sky Sports featuring the famous line “I would love it if we beat them! Love it!” became an iconic interview. He also spent time in charge of Manchester City and Fulham. Tributes have begun to pour in from his former clubs and across the world of football. This is a breaking news story that is currently being updated.