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Keegan tribute display sees thousands of visitors

It is made of hundreds of shirts left outside Newcastle's stadium following Kevin Keegan's death.

Published: Saturday, 7 November 2026 at 4:33 PM
Keegan tribute display sees thousands of visitors
Key Things to Know
  • A tribute exhibition dedicated to the late Kevin Keegan attracted 3,805 visitors at the Baltic Centre.
  • The display featured hundreds of shirts, flowers, and scarves left by fans outside St James' Park.
  • Fan group Wor Flags designed a 57-foot banner that was showcased alongside a commemorative film.
The Story in 60 Seconds

An exhibition honoring football legend Kevin Keegan attracted 3,805 visitors during a free weekend event at the Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art. The display showcased hundreds of shirts, scarves, and tributes originally left outside Newcastle United's St James' Park following Keegan's death at age 75 on July 20.

Designed by fan group Wor Flags, the tribute featured a 57-foot banner alongside a commemorative film celebrating Keegan's life and career. Keegan, who was recently posthumously awarded the Freedom of Newcastle, remains deeply revered on Tyneside for his historic achievements as both a player and manager.

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