Dalglish

British

/ dælˈɡliːʃ, dəl- /

noun

Kenny, born 1951, Scottish footballer: a striker, he played for Celtic (1968–77) and for Liverpool (1977–89): manager of Liverpool (1985–91; 2011–12), of Blackburn Rovers (1991–95), Newcastle United (1997–98), and Celtic (2000): Scotland's most-capped footballer (102 appearances, 1971–86)

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It brought some criticism from supporters, but was another example of deception never being part of Keegan's character, allowing Liverpool time to line up Kenny Dalglish as his replacement.

From BBC ● Jul. 20, 2026

He's 10 behind Denis Law and Kenny Dalglish, the greatest players who ever put on a Scotland jersey, three behind the 1928 Wembley Wizard Hughie Gallacher and two behind Lawrie Reilly, the Hibs immortal.

From BBC ● Jun. 8, 2026

Scotland, Liverpool and Celtic great Sir Kenny Dalglish is undergoing treatment for cancer.

From BBC ● Jun. 2, 2026

In an initial 14-year stint as captain then player-manager, Dalglish scored 172 goals and helped deliver 18 major trophies, including eight league titles and three European Cups.

From BBC ● May 23, 2026

Mr. Dalglish was brought forward by no section or party—at least he disclaimed any connection with either Whigs or Tories, and as for the Radicals, they were then out in the cold.

From Western Worthies A Gallery of Biographical and Critical Sketches of West of Scotland Celebrities by J. Stephen (James Stephen) Jeans

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