Newcastle and Liverpool plan Kevin Keegan tribute for season opener
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Newcastle United and Liverpool are in discussions to honor Kevin Keegan before their Premier League season opener at St James’ Park on August 23, 2026. Keegan, who died this week at age 75, is revered at both clubs for his playing and managerial contributions. Newcastle stated it is communicating with Liverpool to ensure Keegan’s memory is marked fittingly before the match. The club will work with supporter groups, the Premier League, and Keegan’s family on tributes, including a minute’s silence at a pre-season friendly and photo displays in the seventh minute of upcoming matches. Keegan had revealed in June he had stage four cancer, and his family said he was surrounded by his wife and daughters in his final moments.
What’s reported
Newcastle and Liverpool are in discussions over a tribute to Kevin Keegan before their Premier League opener on August 23, 2026.
Keegan died this week at age 75.
He won three league titles, the European Cup, two Uefa Cups, and the FA Cup during six years at Liverpool.
He guided Newcastle to Premier League promotion in 1992-93 and second place in 1995-96.
Newcastle’s men’s, women’s, and under-21 teams will wear black armbands during pre-season matches.
A minute’s silence will be observed before Newcastle’s friendly at Gateshead on July 25.
Keegan’s photo will be displayed in the seventh minute at St James’ Park during matches on August 15 and 16.
Newcastle will consult Keegan’s family on plans for a permanent tribute.
Keegan revealed he had stage four cancer in June 2026.
Key figures
Kevin Keegan, former player and manager for Newcastle and Liverpool
Eddie Howe, Newcastle manager
Sources: BBC News
