Kevin Campbell death updates — Tributes pour in as beloved Arsenal and Everton star dies aged 54
TRIBUTES have poured in following the death of former Arsenal and Everton star Kevin Campbell.
Confirming the star's tragic passing, Arsenal wrote: "We are devastated to learn that our former striker Kevin Campbell has died after a short illness.
"Kevin was adored by everyone at the club. All of us are thinking of his friends and family at this difficult time. Rest in peace, Kevin.";
Meanwhile, Everton said: “Everyone at Everton is deeply saddened by the death of our former striker Kevin Campbell at the age of just 54.
“Not just a true Goodison Park hero and icon of the English game, but an incredible person as well – as anyone who ever met him will know. RIP, Super Kev.”
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Darren Fletcher pays tribute
Pundit and former player Darren Fletcher has shared a heartfelt tribute to his friend and teammate Kevin Campbell.
Taking to X, he wrote: “Absolutely devastated that Kevin Campbell has passed away.
“He’s been my mate since he joined Forest in 1995 and my colleague on the radio in more recent times.
“They called him ‘Super Kev’ – cos he was a beloved player. But he was Super Kev because he was a super bloke RIP mate.”
‘A true Goodison Park hero’
Everton have hailed Kevin Campbell as a “true Goodison Park hero” as they pay tribute to the star.
Taking to X, the Toffies wrote: “Everyone at Everton is deeply saddened by the death of our former striker Kevin Campbell at the age of just 54.
“Not just a true Goodison Park hero and icon of the English game, but an incredible person as well – as anyone who ever met him will know.
“RIP, Super Kev.”
Kevin Campbell’s trailblazing career
Kevin Campbell began his long career in football at Arsenal.
He made 213 appearances for the North London club between 1988 and 1995, scoring 59 goals in all competitions.
In 199, he would move to Everton, where he became the club’s first black skipper.
Campbell played for the Toffees between 1999 and 2005 before finishing off his career with a year at West Brom and then Cardiff City.
He called time on his career in May 2007 after the Baggies released him following their relegation from the Premier League.
In a two-decade career, Campbell scored 149 goals and made 521 professional appearances.
He holds the record for the most Premier League goals without representing England.
Who did Kevin Campbell play for?
Kevin Campbell played for several clubs during his career, such as Arsenal, Everton, Nottingham Forest as well as representing the English national team.
Throughout his career, Kevin also had loan spells at other clubs, including a brief period at Leicester City.
After retiring from professional football, Kevin remained involved in the sport as a pundit and commentator.
Who is Kevin Campbell's son Tyrese?
Tyrese Campbell is a professional footballer who plays as a forward.
He was born on December 28, 1999, in Cheadle Hulme, England and is the son of former footballer Kevin Campbell.
Just like his father, Tyrese has carved out his own path in professional football and is regarded as a promising talent on the field.
England's touching tribute
The official England national team has honoured Kevin Campbell following his passing aged 54.
Sharing a snap of the late striker, they wrote: "We are devastated to learn that Kevin Campbell has passed away aged 54.
"Kevin won four caps for our under-21s and represented our B team in the early 1990s.
"Our thoughts are with Kevin's family, friends and loved ones."
More tributes pour in
Tributes have continued to pour in for Arsenal and Everton star Kevin Campbell.
Campbell's Nottingham Forest teammate Mark Crossley said: "Life can be so cruel at times.
"Absolutely devastated with news of my ex forest team mate Kevin Campbell’s passing.
"A true gentleman, a great player, a shining light of a dressing room, fun loving guy.
"Thoughts are with all his family and friends. RIP mate."
Paying tribute, Piers Morgan said: "What incredibly sad news. Top player, and a great guy. RIP."
Tony Adams remembers 'goal machine' Kevin Campbell
Arsenal icon Tony Adams has shared a heartwrenching tribute to Highbury legend Kevin Campbell.
Sharing snaps of their time playing together, he wrote: "Super Kev: a goal machine, a giant of a man, with an even bigger heart.
"An intensely private and a truly wonderful human being. I’m devastated for his loved ones, and all of us.
"Love you Super Kev, Skipper."
Heartbroken fans pay tribute to Everton and Arsenal star
Football fans from across the globe have come together today to pay tribute to Kevin Campbell.
The Arsenal and Everton icon passed away aged 54 after a short battle with illness.
Taking to Twitter/X, one heartbroken Toffies' fan wrote: "A true Everton hero and Gentlemen.
"Our thoughts go out to the family and friends of Super Kevin Campbell after the sad news of his passing. Rest in peace, Super Kev."
While another supporter said: "Really sad to hear about Kevin Campbell. He started the first game I went to at Highbury and was a real feature of my early Arsenal supporting life.
"He always came across as an absolute gentleman too. RIP Super Kev."
Did Kevin Campbell play for England?
Kevin Campbell never played for the senior England national team.
In fact, he holds the record for the most Premier League goals without representing England.
He did, however, make four appearances for England U21s and one appearance for the England B squad.
Kevin Campbell's career in pictures
Here are some iconic pictures from Kevin Campbell's long and successful footballing career...
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Credit: Allsport Nottingham Forest 'deeply saddened'
Paying tribute to Kevin Campbell, Nottingham Forest wrote: "Everyone at Nottingham Forest is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Kevin Campbell.
"Kevin spent three seasons at #NFFC and was part of the side which earned promotion from the First Division as champions in 1998.
"Our thoughts are with his friends and family during this difficult time."
Tony Cottee 'devastated' as Kevin Campbell passes away
Former West Ham and Everton star Tony Cottee has expressed his heartbreak at the death of Kevin Campbell.
Writing on X, he said: "I am so devastated to hear the news of the passing of Kevin Campbell The nicest man you could wish to meet and a fantastic player.
";Thoughts to his friends and family…. RIP Kev."
Darren Fletcher pays tribute
Pundit and former player Darren Fletcher has shared a heartfelt tribute to his friend and teammate Kevin Campbell.
Taking to X, he wrote: "Absolutely devastated that Kevin Campbell has passed away.
"He’s been my mate since he joined Forest in 1995 and my colleague on the radio in more recent times.
"They called him ‘Super Kev’ - cos he was a beloved player. But he was Super Kev because he was a super bloke RIP mate."
'A true Goodison Park hero'
Everton have hailed Kevin Campbell as a "true Goodison Park hero" as they pay tribute to the star.
Taking to X, the Toffies wrote: "Everyone at Everton is deeply saddened by the death of our former striker Kevin Campbell at the age of just 54.
"Not just a true Goodison Park hero and icon of the English game, but an incredible person as well - as anyone who ever met him will know.
"RIP, Super Kev."
Premier League honours beloved star
The Premier League has paid tribute to Kevin Campbell following his passing.
Taking to X, the league wrote: "We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Kevin Campbell, the former Arsenal, Nott'm Forest, Everton and West Brom striker.
"Our thoughts and condolences are with Kevin's family, friends and those associated with the clubs he played for."
Kevin Campbell's trailblazing career
Kevin Campbell began his long career in football at Arsenal.
He made 213 appearances for the North London club between 1988 and 1995, scoring 59 goals in all competitions.
In 199, he would move to Everton, where he became the club's first black skipper.
Campbell played for the Toffees between 1999 and 2005 before finishing off his career with a year at West Brom and then Cardiff City.
He called time on his career in May 2007 after the Baggies released him following their relegation from the Premier League.
In a two-decade career, Campbell scored 149 goals and made 521 professional appearances.
He holds the record for the most Premier League goals without representing England.
Ian Wright pays tribute to late star
Ian Wright has shared a series of snaps paying tribute to the late Kevin Campbell.
The pair played for Arsenal together during the early years of Campbell's career.
Arsenal confirm star's tragic passing
Arsenal has now confirmed the death of Kevin Campbell, aged 54.
Taking to X, the team wrote: "We are devastated to learn that our former striker Kevin Campbell has died after a short illness.
"Kevin was adored by everyone at the club. All of us are thinking of his friends and family at this difficult time. Rest in peace, Kevin."