Sir Alex Ferguson reveals meeting Kevin Keegan in pub just days after 'love it' rant
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The Liverpool legend and former Newcastle United and England manager Kevin Keegan was widely regarded as one of the most admired and beloved figures in world footballSir Alex Ferguson has recalled a heartwarming encounter with Kevin Keegan, just days after former Newcastle United boss delivered one of the most iconic managerial outbursts in Premier League history.Keegan, one of the most popular figures in English football died aged 75 following a battle with cancer on Monday.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. This is a hugely difficult time and they are requesting space and privacy."Tributes have poured in from across the football world, and former Manchester United manager Ferguson has reflected on a few memorable moments he shared with Keegan.One of those encounters came in a pub, just days after Keegan famously declared that he would 'love it' if his side beat United in the 1995/96 title race - a passionate response to Ferguson's trademark mind games that helped define their rivalry.Recalling their encounter, Ferguson said: "That was Kevin, he was all emotion and he brought that to the team as well.
They played for Kevin Keegan, there's no question about that."The interesting thing about the outburst from Kevin, two weeks after the season had finished, I was playing golf with some friends and went to a great bar up the road, nice food. Kevin Keegan and he spent the rest of the night on the piano."That season, Newcastle surrendered a 12‑point lead to United, but by then, Keegan had long put the collapse behind him.Ferguson added: "The best thing about him is he held no grudges, that was a fantastic quality he had.
The former England boss is survived by his wife, Jean, and their children, Laura Jane and Sarah Marie.'King Kev' remains one of the finest players England has ever produced, and his international career - both as a player and later as manager was unforgettable.A two‑time Ballon d'Or winner, he enjoyed spells with Scunthorpe United, Liverpool, Hamburg, Southampton, Newcastle and Blacktown City.He hung up his boots in 1985 and took charge of Newcastle in 1992. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice.Sky Sports, HBO Max, Netflix and Disney+ with Ultimate TV packageThis article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it.