Kevin Keegan cancer battle, family statement and Newcastle goodbye wish
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Kevin Keegan revealed over the weekend that he has stage four cancer. Hoping for a full and speedy recovery.”While another of Keegan’s former clubs, Liverpool, also issued a statement that read: "The thoughts and support of everyone at Liverpool FC and Forever Reds are with Kevin Keegan after he was diagnosed with cancer.“A legendary former Reds player, Keegan scored 100 goals in 323 appearances during a six-year spell at Anfield, with his honours at the club including three league titles, a European Cup, two UEFA Cups and an FA Cup.”Cruel hoaxBorn on Valentine’s Day 1951, just months after his family confirmed his cancer diagnosis, Keegan was the victim of a malicious hoax that circulated on social media falsely alleging he had only days remaining.
He's been very poorly but the great news is he has responded well to his treatment and he is feeling a lot better."He is not out of the woods yet, but he is feeling strong enough to come out and see people, see his fans and tell his stories and relive wonderful memories, which he enjoys doing so much.”Get the latest World Cup news straight to your inbox by _signing up to our Make Football Great Again newsletter now!First public appearanceKeegan made his first public appearance since his diagnosis on Friday night when he spoke at An Audience with Kevin Keegan at the Corn Exchange in King’s Lynn, Norfolk. He then took part in a similar event at the Tyne Theatre in Newcastle on Sunday.And speaking on Sunday night, Keegan opened up on his diagnoses, saying via The Times: “I was in a car accident and, through that, I had to have an operation.“While having the scan for the operation, they found out I had cancer.
They said they had an absolute top doctor for fighting what you have got, which is stage four cancer.“He was a Liverpool supporter so I went to meet him. I didn’t get the chance when I left the club last time," he told the crowd.And in a message on Monday afternoon, Newcastle said: "We send our heartfelt support and warmest wishes to Kevin Keegan and his family following his recent diagnosis of stage four cancer."Kevin holds a unique and cherished place in the history of Newcastle United, and in the hearts of our supporters.