Kenny Dalglish
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Sir Kenneth Mathieson Dalglish, commonly known as Kenny Dalglish, is a Scottish former football player and manager. Born on 4 March 1951, he is regarded as one of the greatest players of all time, with a distinguished career at Celtic and Liverpool, and later as a successful manager at Liverpool, Blackburn Rovers, Newcastle United, and Celtic.
Main Milestones
Birth
4 March 1951
Kenny Dalglish was born in Glasgow, Scotland, marking the beginning of a life that would be deeply intertwined with football.
Youth Career
1967-1968
Dalglish started his youth career at Cumbernauld United before joining Celtic in 1968, where he would eventually become a key player.
Celtic FC
1969-1977
Dalglish made his professional debut with Celtic in 1969 and went on to win four Scottish league championships, four Scottish Cups, and one Scottish League Cup, scoring 111 goals in 204 appearances.
Liverpool FC
1977-1990
In 1977, Dalglish joined Liverpool for a British transfer record of £440,000. He won six English league championships, the FA Cup, four League Cups, five FA Charity Shields, three European Cups, and one European Super Cup, scoring 118 goals in 355 appearances.
Player-Manager at Liverpool
1985-1991
Dalglish became player-manager of Liverpool in 1985, leading the team to a League and FA Cup double in his first season, and additional League titles in 1988 and 1990.
Blackburn Rovers
1991-1995
After leaving Liverpool, Dalglish managed Blackburn Rovers, leading them from the Second Division to win the Premier League in 1995.
Newcastle United
1997-1998
Dalglish took over as manager at Newcastle United in 1997, guiding them to a runners-up finish in the Premier League in his first season.
Celtic FC (Interim)
2000
Dalglish briefly managed Celtic in 2000, winning the Scottish League Cup.
Return to Liverpool
2011-2012
Dalglish returned to Liverpool as manager in 2011, winning the League Cup in 2012, the club's first trophy in six years.
Legacy and Charity Work
Present
Dalglish continues to be celebrated for his football achievements and his leadership during the Hillsborough tragedy. He has also been involved in various charitable activities, including founding The Marina Dalglish Appeal, which has raised over £10 million for cancer treatment and support.