Jonathan Wilson and Rob Draper conclude their three-part series on Kevin Keegan by tracing his managerial career and the idealism behind his “why not?” philosophy. They cover his post-playing retreat in Marbella, a 1991 roadside attack that sparked unfounded rumours, and his surprise return to rescue near-bankrupt Newcastle in 1992 despite having barely watched football. Keegan’s early chaos, promotion to the Premier League, and “entertainers” era are explored, including the Andy Cole sale and his famous address to angry fans. The episode revisits the 1995–96 title collapse, his exit amid Newcastle’s flotation plans, spells at Fulham and England, a steadier period at Manchester City, and a final, acrimonious Newcastle return under Mike Ashley, ending with reflections on his legacy and farewell tour.00:00 Dreamers Welcome01:39 Marbella Escape02:49 Celebrity Golf Circuit04:52 M25 Attack Rumors08:10 Lightbulb Moment09:34 Sir John Hall Calls14:02 Return of the King17:03 Unprepared New Boss20:29 Great Escape Finale22:13 Promotion Blueprint24:53 Entertainers Era26:32 Newcastle Goldfish Bowl28:41 Keegan in the City30:22 Keegan Tea Reception32:14 Andy Cole Fallout33:24 Calming The Mob36:31 Title Charge Collapse39:03 Shearer And Glory41:43 Flotation Clash Exit44:52 Fulham And England Call47:24 Poisoned Chalice England52:56 City Comeback Era55:36 Third Newcastle Breakdown58:54 Final Farewell Legacy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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