Sir Alex Ferguson pays tribute to former rival Kevin Keegan, saying the Newcastle manager built the club’s “best ever” or “greatest” team. Multiple outlets report that Ferguson’s comments come as tributes follow Keegan’s death at age 75. Ferguson and Keegan had a long-running managerial rivalry in English football, with Ferguson’s Manchester United and Keegan’s Newcastle competing for Premier League supremacy in the 1990s. One widely cited point is that United finished ahead of Newcastle to win the Premier League title in 1996, after a season of closely fought competition.
In his remarks, Ferguson highlights Keegan’s approach and personality, including describing him as someone who carried “the love of the game” openly. He also credits Keegan with re-energising Newcastle and bringing enthusiasm and the kind of intensity that supporters can provide. The coverage consistently presents Ferguson’s tribute as a mark of respect for Keegan’s impact at Newcastle and for the competitive duels between the two managers.
