Date of Birth: February 14, 1951
Zodiac Sign: Aquarius
Biography
Kevin Keegan, born Joseph Kevin Keegan, is a retired English footballer and football manager who is widely regarded as one of the most influential figures in English football. He was born on February 14, 1951, in Armthorpe, Doncaster, England. Keegan began his professional playing career at Scunthorpe United in 1968 before moving to Liverpool in 1971, where he won three First Division titles, two UEFA Cups, and one FA Cup. His prowess on the field earned him a move to Hamburg in 1977, where he won the Bundesliga and was twice named European Footballer of the Year. After a successful playing career that also included stints at Southampton and Newcastle United, Keegan transitioned into management. He managed Newcastle United, Fulham, the England national team, and Manchester City, among others. Known for his passionate and attacking style of play, Keegan was often a fan favorite both as a player and a manager.
5 Interesting Facts about Kevin Keegan
1. Kevin Keegan was awarded the Ballon d’Or twice, in 1978 and 1979.
2. He scored 21 goals for the England national team in 63 appearances.
3. Keegan’s managerial debut was with Newcastle United in 1992, where he led the team to promotion to the Premier League.
4. He is known for his famous outburst “I would love it if we beat them!” during the 1995-96 Premier League title race against Manchester United.
5. Keegan was inducted into the English Football Hall of Fame in 2002.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Kevin Keegan
1. “I would love it if we beat them! Love it!”
2. “The good news for Nigeria is that they’re two-nil down very early in the game.”
3. “We deserved to win this game after hammering them 0-0 in the first half.”
4. “They compare Steve McManaman to Steve Highway and he’s nothing like him, but I can see why – it’s because he’s a bit different.”
5. “I’ve always said there’s a place for the press but they haven’t dug it yet.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
Kevin Keegan’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $14 million.
Children
Kevin Keegan has two daughters, Sarah and Laura, with his wife Jean. The couple has been married since September 23, 1974.
Relevant Links
1. [Kevin Keegan – Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kevin_Keegan
2. [Kevin Keegan profile on BBC Sport](https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/41478390
