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Newcastle, Liverpool Plan Keegan Tribute for Season Opener

7/24/2026

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Newcastle United and Liverpool are discussing a tribute to Kevin Keegan before their opening match at St James' Park on Sunday, 23 August 2026.
Newcastle announced that its men’s, women’s and Under-21 sides will wear armbands and observe a minute’s silence before the Gateshead game.
Sir Alex Ferguson expressed “the utmost respect” for Kevin Keegan.
The club will consult supporters and Kevin Keegan’s family on a memorial.

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Newcastle United and Liverpool are discussing a tribute to Kevin Keegan before their opening match at St James' Park on Sunday, 23 August 2026.
Newcastle announced that its men’s, women’s and Under-21 sides will wear armbands and observe a minute’s silence before the Gateshead game.
Sir Alex Ferguson expressed “the utmost respect” for Kevin Keegan.
The club will consult supporters and Kevin Keegan’s family on a memorial.