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Kevin Campbell dead: Arsenal and Everton legend dies aged 54 after short illness as devastated club pays tribute

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Legendary Arsenal and Everton striker Kevin Campbell has passed away at the age of 54 after a brief illness.

Campbell, who enjoyed a successful two-decade career on the pitch and later transitioned into punditry, is being fondly remembered by fans and colleagues.

Campbell scored 59 goals for the Gunners in all competitions

Campbell became a pundit later in his life

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Campbell became a pundit later in his life credit: Getty

He played at Everton between 1999 and 2005

He played at Everton between 1999 and 2005Credit: NEWS GROUP NEWSPAPERS LTD

Campbell’s time at Arsenal saw him score a total of 59 goals in all competitions across 213 appearances from 1988 to 1995.

During his tenure, he clinched titles such as the First Division, FA Cup, League Cup, and the European Cup Winners’ Cup.

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Arsenal expressed their devastation over the loss, sharing in a statement, “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.”

Everton also mourned the loss, stating, “Everyone at Everton is deeply saddened by the death of our former striker Kevin Campbell at the age of just 54.”

Arsenal announced Campbell's death in a statement this morning

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Arsenal announced Campbell’s death in a statement this morningCredit: Twitter/Arsenal

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Cecelia Chintoh
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I'm Cecelia Chintoh, a Ghanaian blogger with many years of experience in the field of journalism. I'm an Editor at Ghanafuo.com, and currently the Lifestyle and Entertainment Editor at iGhanaian.com. I love to write about random stuff, but particularly about my lifestyle and opinions.
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