Former Leicester City manager Craig Shakespeare dies at 60

Craig Shakespeare, the former Leicester City manager, has passed away at the age of 60. The news of the same was confirmed by his family on Thursday (August 1). He died peacefully, as mentioned in a statement released by the League Managers’ Association on behalf of his family members.

Shakespeare, who also had a brief role as a coach with the English national team in 2016 had been battling cancer since October last year. His death marks the end of a notable career in football management and coaching.

Shakespeare first came into the spotlight during the 2015-16 season, when he served as an assistant manager to Claudio Ranieri at Leicester City. His contribution was pivotal during that memorable season when Leicester City achieved an extraordinary Premier League title victory. Following this success, Shakespeare was promoted to the role of manager in early 2017. Unfortunately, his tenure was cut short when he was dismissed in October of the same year due to the poor performance of the team at the start of the season.

Despite this setback, Shakespeare continued to build his career as an assistant manager, taking roles with various clubs including Everton, Watford, Aston Villa, and Norwich. His experience and expertise were valued across these teams which reflected his resilience and dedication to the sport.

Craig Shakespeare’s Coaching Legacy

In his most recent role, Shakespeare was the assistant head coach at Leicester City, working under Dean Smith from April 2023. However, his contract was not renewed following Leicester’s relegation from the Premier League, ending his latest chapter with the club.

Shakespeare’s contributions to football, particularly during Leicester City’s remarkable title-winning season, will be remembered fondly by fans and colleagues alike. His passing is a significant loss to the football community, and he is remembered for his passion and commitment to the game.