Sir Alex Ferguson pays tribute to former rival Kevin Keegan
Football world mourns the loss of Kevin Keegan, former England captain and manager, as longtime rival Sir Alex Ferguson pays tribute.
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Former England captain and manager Kevin Keegan has died at the age of 75. Following the news, Sir Alex Ferguson issued a tribute to his former rival.
Coverage from CNN and The New York Times highlights Keegan's background as a miner's son who reached greatness in football. ESPN and BBC News focus on the tribute paid to him by Sir Alex Ferguson.
Future updates may provide further details on Keegan's career achievements and the reactions from the wider sporting community.
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Quick answers
How old was Kevin Keegan when he died?
He was 75.
Who paid tribute to Kevin Keegan?
Sir Alex Ferguson, a former rival, paid tribute to him.
What were Kevin Keegan's primary roles in football?
He served as the captain and manager of the England national team.
Coverage (7)
- 'A statue would be a fitting tribute' Yahoo Sports · 6h ago
- How Neil 'Nello' Baldwin got Kevin Keegan to be president of his football club BBC · 6h ago broke it first
- ‘The utmost respect for him’: Alex Ferguson pays tribute to Kevin Keegan The Guardian · 6h ago
- Sir Alex Ferguson pays tribute to great rival Kevin Keegan ESPN · 6h ago
- Former England captain and manager Kevin Keegan dies at 75 CNN · 6h ago
- Kevin Keegan: The miner’s son who achieved greatness as a footballer The New York Times · 6h ago
- Sir Alex Ferguson pays tribute to former rival Kevin Keegan BBC · 6h ago broke it first
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