Newcastle honour former boss before FA Cup game following cancer diagnosis | OneFootball

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Alex Waite·10 January 2026

Newcastle honour former boss before FA Cup game following cancer diagnosis

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Newcastle United have shown support for former manager Kevin Keegan following his recent cancer diagnosis.

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Keegan was recently admitted to hospital with abdominal pains before receiving his diagnosis. 


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St James' Park provided a touching tribute to the 74-year-old before Saturday's FA Cup game against Bournemouth. 

Pre-match, supporters unveiled a tifo of Keegan, who took charge of 250 Newcastle games during his managerial career.

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A fitting salute to a former Toon favourite. 


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