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Former England manager Kevin Keegan dies at 75
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Kevin Keegan, one of English football's greatest players and managers, has died at the age of 75. He was the only British player to win the Ballon d'Or twice and was a key figure in Liverpool's first European Cup triumph in 1977. Keegan also played for Hamburg, where he won another Ballon d'Or, and later became a hero at Newcastle United both as a player and manager. He led Newcastle to two Premier League title challenges in the mid-1990s, creating an attacking style that won many admirers. As England manager from 1999 to 2000, he oversaw the team's qualification for Euro 2000. Despite his many achievements, Keegan is often remembered for his passionate 'I would love it' rant on live television in 1996, when Newcastle's lead in the title race slipped away to Manchester United. The outburst became a famous moment in Premier League history. Keegan's career spanned over two decades, and he was known for his skill, determination, and love for the game. He is survived by his wife and two daughters.
Sources: The Guardian
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