Former Wolves and Millwall manager Kenny Jackett dies aged 64

FootballSports
12 Jun 2026 • 6:02 PM MYT
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Former Wolves and Millwall manager Kenny Jackett dies aged 64

  • Kenny Jackett, a highly respected figure in English football management, has passed away at the age of 64.
  • The League Managers Association confirmed his death, with chief executive Richard Bevan commending Jackett as one of the most esteemed managers in the English Football League.
  • Jackett's extensive 25-year managerial career saw him lead numerous clubs, including Watford, Swansea City, Millwall, Wolverhampton Wanderers, Rotherham United, and Leyton Orient.
  • His former club, Millwall, expressed profound sadness, noting his significant contributions of over 300 games, securing promotion from League One, and guiding them to an FA Cup Semi-Final.
  • Jackett had been out of professional management since 2022, concluding a career marked by dedication and success across various levels of English football.

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