Watford great Jackett dies aged 64
Summary
Kenny Jackett, a former football player and manager, has died at 64 years old. He played for Watford and managed several teams including Swansea, Millwall, and Wolves, leading them to important promotions and trophies during his career.Key Facts
- Kenny Jackett was born in Watford and played over 300 games for the local team.
- He won 31 international caps playing for Wales.
- Jackett retired as a player at 28 due to knee injuries.
- He managed Swansea City, Millwall, Wolves, Portsmouth, and others, winning promotions and trophies.
- Jackett became director of football at Gillingham in 2022 but left due to health reasons in 2024.
- He played in the 1984 FA Cup final with Watford, which they lost to Everton.
- The League Managers Association praised his leadership, humility, and positive impact on players and clubs.
- Jackett’s father was also a footballer for Watford, which made him eligible to play for Wales.
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