To Liverpool fans he is simply "King Kenny". Kenny Dalglish was a footballing genius as a player, a title-winning manager and a figure who stood by the club and its supporters in their darkest days.
Below you'll find Kenny Dalglish's fact file, career history and honours, plus our Kenny Dalglish collection of hoodies and T-shirts.
Kenny Dalglish Fact File
| Full name | Kenneth Mathieson Dalglish |
|---|---|
| Date of birth | 4 March 1951 (age 75) |
| Place of birth | Dalmarnock, Glasgow, Scotland |
| Height | 1.73 m (5 ft 8 in) |
| Position | Forward |
| Nationality | Scottish |
| Status | Retired |
| Shirt number | 7 |
| Nickname | King Kenny |
Career History
| Years | Team | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1969-1977 | Celtic | 204 | 111 |
| 1977-1990 | Liverpool | 355 | 118 |
| 1971-1986 | Scotland | 102 | 30 |
League appearances and goals; international figures are caps and goals.
Celtic
Born in Glasgow in 1951, Dalglish starred for Celtic, winning four Scottish league titles and becoming one of the most feared forwards in Scotland. Celebrate this chapter with our Kenny Dalglish Liverpool Sticker Men's T-Shirt.
Replacing Keegan
In 1977 Liverpool signed Dalglish to replace Kevin Keegan, a huge challenge for any player. He made it look easy. In his first season he scored the winning goal in the 1978 European Cup final against Club Brugge at Wembley. He went on to win three European Cups and six league titles as a player. Relive it with our Kenny Dalglish 2 Celtic Icon Frame Men's T-Shirt.
Player-Manager
In 1985 Dalglish became Liverpool's player-manager, and in his first season he led the club to the league and FA Cup double, scoring the goal that clinched the title. He won three league titles as manager in his first spell, and later led Blackburn Rovers to the 1995 Premier League title. Wear the legend with our Kenny Dalglish World Cup Sticker Men's Hoodie.
Scotland
Dalglish is Scotland's most capped player with 102 appearances, and shares the national scoring record of 30 goals with Denis Law.
More Than Football
Dalglish's dignity and support for the families after the Hillsborough disaster in 1989 earned him lasting respect far beyond Anfield. He was knighted in 2018 for his services to football, charity and the city of Liverpool.
Honours
Celtic
- Scottish League: 4
- Scottish Cup: 4
Liverpool (player)
- First Division: 6
- European Cup: 1978, 1981, 1984
- FA Cup: 1986
- League Cup: 4
As a manager
- First Division: 3 (Liverpool)
- Premier League: 1995 (Blackburn Rovers)
- FA Cup: 2 (Liverpool)
Off the Pitch
Dalglish is married to Marina, and together they founded the Marina Dalglish Appeal, which has raised millions for cancer care on Merseyside. He was knighted in 2018, and Liverpool named the Kenny Dalglish Stand at Anfield in his honour.
FAQs
How old is Kenny Dalglish?
Kenny Dalglish was born on 4 March 1951, so he is 75 years old.
Where was Kenny Dalglish born?
In Dalmarnock, Glasgow, Scotland.
How tall is Kenny Dalglish?
Kenny Dalglish is 1.73 m (5 ft 8 in).
What teams has Kenny Dalglish played for?
Celtic and Liverpool, plus Scotland. As a manager: Liverpool, Blackburn Rovers, Newcastle United and Celtic.
Who did Kenny Dalglish replace at Liverpool?
Kevin Keegan, who left for Hamburg in 1977.
How many caps did Dalglish win for Scotland?
102, a national record.
Has Kenny Dalglish been knighted?
Yes, he was knighted in 2018 for services to football, charity and the city of Liverpool.
Shop the Kenny Dalglish Collection
Celebrate Kenny Dalglish with our made-to-order hoodies and T-shirts, printed in England in men's and kids' sizes.
See every design in the full Kenny Dalglish collection, or browse more football legends. Want your own name on the back? Try our custom name hoodie.
Part of our Player Profiles series. Read next: Steven Gerrard and George Best.
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