Michael Owen: Kevin Keegan was the kindest person in football

Michael Owen admits he was nervous about Kevin Keegan's arrival at Newcastle in 2008, but was delighted to be proven wrong.

What happened. Michael Owen shared his personal tribute to Kevin Keegan, recalling how Keegan transformed their relationship from apprehension to admiration after becoming Newcastle manager in 2008.

• Owen first played under Keegan for England in 1999, but it wasn't the happiest period.
• Keegan made Owen captain, moved him deeper, and trusted him.
• Owen says Keegan was one of the warmest, kindest, most genuine people in football.

“He was the warmest, kindest, most genuine person I've known in football”

— Michael Owen

Keegan died at 75, leaving a legacy as a two-time Ballon d'Or winner and Liverpool legend.

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