- Craig dies at age 60
- Tributes have poured in
- Craig is survived by his family
Leicester City and former England assistant manager Craig Shakespeare has passed away at the age of 60.
The news was confirmed by his family on Thursday morning. Shakespeare had been battling cancer since last year.
Best known for his role in Leicester City’s historic Premier League title win in 2016, Shakespeare later took the reins as manager but was unable to replicate the team’s success.
He also held coaching positions at a number of other clubs, including West Brom, Hull, Everton, Watford, Aston Villa, and Norwich.
A social media message from the England national team account read: “We are devastated to learn that former Three Lions coach Craig Shakespeare has passed away at the age of 60.
“All of our thoughts are with Craig’s family and friends at this time.”
A Foxes statement said Shakespeare “leaves a legacy at Leicester City like few others”.
It added: “Though we mourn his loss, we are grateful to have shared such a special connection with a man whose passion and spirit will long resonate with all who had the pleasure of knowing him.
Tributes have poured in for the much-loved figure from across the football world, with many remembering his warmth, humor, and talent as a coach.
Shakespeare is survived by his family.
