Sir Alex Ferguson pays tribute to former rival Kevin Keegan
Ferguson said he had “the utmost respect” for Keegan and praised the job he did at Newcastle after their famous Premier League rivalry.
- On Monday, English football legend Kevin Keegan died at age 75 following a cancer battle, with his family confirming he passed away surrounded by his wife and daughters. The double Ballon d'Or winner was mourned as a 'giant of English football' by Manchester United.
- As Newcastle manager, Keegan built the club into 'the entertainers,' earning fierce respect from rival Sir Alex Ferguson despite their intense 1995/96 title race, which Manchester United ultimately won. Ferguson's media tactics during that season rattled Keegan into an emotional response.
- In April 1996, Keegan's passion boiled over during a Sky Sports interview when he said, 'I'd love it, absolutely love it, if we beat them,' as Newcastle's lead evaporated. Ferguson later reflected that this outburst was simply Keegan being 'all emotion,' a quality he brought to his team.
- A chance meeting at a pub near Wentworth Golf Club weeks later transformed their relationship, with Ferguson and Keegan spending the night reminiscing around a piano. Ferguson emphasized that Keegan 'held no grudges,' a quality he deeply respected.
- On Tuesday, Ferguson told Track Radio he had 'utmost respect' for Keegan and praised Newcastle's 'best ever team' built with players like Ginola, Asprilla, and Albert. Sir Trevor Brooking, Keegan's former England teammate, said their friendship spanned decades and recently reflected on a lunch in London.
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