Kevin Campbell, former Arsenal and Everton player, has been announced dead at age 54. The much-admired player and title winner with the Gunners was also a hero at Goodison Park after saving the Toffees from relegation in 1999.
Born in Lambeth in February 1970, Campbell began his career at Arsenal and broke into the first team at Highbury in 1988 following a prolific junior scoring record. His impact on the field was immediate and significant, earning him a place in the hearts of Arsenal fans. He was instrumental in Arsenal’s 1990-91 league title victory and also secured the FA Cup, League Cup, and European Cup Winners’ Cup during his tenure with the club.
Information gathered indicated that he was recently admitted to hospital with sepsis. Despite receiving and initially responding to treatment, his condition suddenly worsened, leading to his untimely passing.
Arsenal, in their statement upon hearing this sad news, expressed profound grief. “We are devastated to learn that our former striker Kevin Campbell has died after a short illness,” the statement read. “Kevin was adored by everyone at the club. All of us are thinking of his friends and family at this difficult time.”
Similarly, Everton expressed their sorrow: “Everyone at Everton is deeply saddened by the death of our former striker Kevin Campbell at the age of just 54.” Campbell’s contribution to Everton was monumental, particularly his efforts in the 1998-99 season when his goals were crucial in preventing the club’s relegation.
One of Campbell’s proudest moments was becoming the first black captain of Everton, appointed by Walter Smith for the 2001-02 season. His leadership and prowess on the field made him a revered figure among Everton supporters. Fans also fondly remember his match-winning strike in a famous Merseyside derby victory at Anfield shortly after joining the side, a victory that stood as their last success at the rival ground for 22 years.
The football community mourns the loss of Kevin Campbell and extends its deepest condolences to his family. His legacy as a talented and dedicated player, as well as a trailblazer in English football, will long be remembered. The football fraternity wishes the Campbell family well during this incredibly difficult time.
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