Kenny Dalglish

Former footballer and football manager

Scottish Milton, Glasgow, Scotland

Quick Info

ProfessionFormer footballer and football manager
NationalityScottish
Date of Birth04/03/1951
Age75 years
BirthplaceMilton, Glasgow, Scotland

Latest News about Kenny Dalglish

15/05/2025

Sir Kenny Dalglish was honored at the Liverpool FC Legends Dinner on May 15, 2025, where he received a special tribute for his enduring contribution to the club's history. The event celebrated his record-breaking goal tally and his dual role as a legendary player and successful manager, with former teammates and current staff attending to pay their respects.

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Bio/Wiki

Full NameKenneth Mathieson Dalglish
Known ForOne of Scotland's greatest footballers; long-time player and manager for Celtic and Liverpool; nicknamed 'King Kenny'

Personal Life

Marital StatusMarried

Relationships & More

SpouseMarina Dalglish

Family

Children4

Career

Playing Career
  • Celtic
  • Liverpool
  • Scotland national team
Managerial Career
  • Liverpool
  • Blackburn Rovers
  • Newcastle United
  • Celtic
Honors
  • Scottish Footballer of the Year (1976, 1977, 1978)
  • FWA Footballer of the Year (1977, 1978)
  • PFA Players' Player of the Year (1977, 1978)
  • European Cup Winner (1977, 1978, 1981)
  • League Champion (1976, 1977, 1979, 1980, 1982, 1983, 1984)
  • FA Cup Winner (1977, 1978, 1981, 1982)
  • UEFA Cup Winner (1981)
  • Scottish Premier Division Champion (1971, 1972)
  • Scottish Cup Winner (1971, 1972)
  • Knighted (Sir Kenny Dalglish, 1997)
  • MBE (Member of the Order of the British Empire, 1979)

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. He was born in Glasgow, Scotland.
2. He made his Celtic debut in 1968.
3. He is widely known by the nickname 'King Kenny'.
4. He has also worked as an actor in credited screen appearances.
5. He was the first player to win the PFA Players' Player of the Year award twice.
6. He scored 172 goals in 515 appearances for Liverpool.
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