Tributes to Kevin Keegan to be made at Newcastle United v Liverpool
Tributes in remembrance of Kevin Keegan will take place when Liverpool visit Newcastle United on Sunday.
Keegan, an icon of both clubs, passed away at the age of 75 last month and it has now been confirmed that he will be honoured at this weekend’s Premier League fixture at St. James’ Park.
Newcastle today released the following information to supporters regarding the plans in place to remember Keegan:
Please arrive early
We are asking supporters to arrive early in order to be part of honouring Kevin’s life.
A video tribute will be played on stadium screens looking back at Kevin’s legendary playing and managerial career.
There will also be a stadium display by Wor Flags that includes home and visiting supporters.
On the pitch, a centre-circle mosaic will be laid after the players’ warm-ups that is made from shirts left at St. James’ Park by supporters in his memory.
A minute’s applause
Immediately before kick-off, the players will gather around the centre circle for a minute’s applause as we remember Kevin and celebrate his contributions to both clubs.
Both teams will warm up wearing shirts dedicated to Kevin, and the teams will wear black armbands during the match.
Players past and present honouring Kevin
Kevin’s family and a number of former players will be special guests of the club for the match, including members of Kevin’s famous ‘Entertainers’ side.
A short private ceremony will be held between both clubs and Kevin’s family before kick-off.
Matchday programme
Our matchday programme will feature Kevin on the cover and will contain a range of tributes alongside exclusive features from those who knew him best.