the essential
Very sad news arrived this Saturday, June 15. Kevin Campbell, former Arsenal and Everton player, has died at the age of 54.
Kevin Campbell, English football icon, died this Saturday at the age of 54. A “terrible illness” would be the cause of death. The former England player had been hospitalized for 2 weeks.
Read also :
VIDEO. Euro 2024: “We must fight so that the RN does not pass…” Marcus Thuram affirms his position in the middle of a press conference
The former renowned striker has notably spent time with Arsenal, Everton and West Bromwich Albion. Known for his power and scoring instinct, he began his professional career in 1988 with Arsenal, where he won the English Championship in 1991.
Read also :
Football: ten days after facing Belgium, 26-year-old Montenegro goalkeeper Matija Sarkic dies suddenly
His former club Arsenal paid tribute to him on X: “We are devastated to learn that our former striker Kevin Campbell has died from an illness […] Kevin was adored by everyone at the club. We are all thinking of his friends and family at this difficult time. Rest in peace, Kevin”
Kevin Campbell | 1970-2024 u2764ufe0f
— Arsenal (@Arsenal) https://twitter.com/Arsenal/status/1801921340238434810?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw
After his retirement – in 2007 – Kevin Campbell remained close to the world of football as a consultant and analyst, sharing his expertise in front of the cameras.
