Who is Kevin Campbell’s son Tyrese and does he play football?
Tyrese Campbell has followed his late father’s footsteps into football and made a name for himself amongst the EFL.
It was announced on June 15, 2024 that Kevin Campbell had sadly passed away. Here we take a look at the achievements of the Arsenal legends son.
Who is Kevin Campbell’s son Tyrese?
Tyrese Campbell is a professional footballer who plays as a forward.
He was born on December 28, 1999, in Cheadle Hulme, England and is the son of former footballer Kevin Campbell.
Just like his father, Tyrese has carved out his own path in professional football and is regarded as a promising talent on the field.
Kevin Campbell died on Saturday June 15, 2024 from a short illness after he was rushed to the hospital.
His former club Arsenal shared a tribute on X, formerly Twitter saying: “We are devastated to learn that our former striker Kevin Campbell has died after a short illness.
“Kevin was adored by everyone at the club.
“All of us are thinking of his friends and family at this difficult time.
“Rest in peace, Kevin.”
Does Tyrese Campbell play football?
Tyrese Campbell most recently played football for Stoke City but it was announced in May his 8 years with the club would be coming to an end.
He began his career at Manchester City‘s academy before joining Stoke City in 2016.
Tyrese made his senior debut for Stoke City in 2018 and has since been a key player for the club.
Known for his pace, strength, and goal-scoring ability, he has made significant contributions to the team.
Who did Kevin Campbell play for?
Kevin Campbell played for several clubs during his career, such as Arsenal, Everton, Nottingham Forest as well as representing the English national team.
Throughout his career, Kevin also had loan spells at other clubs, including a brief period at Leicester City.
After retiring from professional football, Kevin remained involved in the sport as a pundit and commentator.
He is remembered for his physical presence on the field, his goal-scoring ability, and his leadership qualities.
Kevin Campbell's Football Career
Here is a summary of Kevin Campbell's football career
- Arsenal (1988-1995): Campbell began his professional career with Arsenal, where he made his debut in 1988. He was part of the squad that won the First Division title in the 1990-1991 season and the FA Cup in 1993.
- Leicester City (loan in 1992): During his time at Arsenal, Campbell had a brief loan spell at Leicester City.
- Nottingham Forest (1995-1998): In 1995 he transferred to Nottingham Forest, where he became a key player and top scorer, helping the team gain promotion to the Premier League.
- Trabzonspor (1998-1999): After three years he moved to Turkey to play for Trabzonspor, where Campbell had a brief stint but faced challenges including cultural and racial issues, which led to his return to England.
- Everton (1999-2005): Campbell joined Everton, initially on loan before making the move permanent. He became a crucial player by helping them avoid relegation and establishing himself as a fan favorite.
- West Bromwich Albion (2005-2006): Towards the end of his Premier League career, Campbell played for West Bromwich Albion.
- Cardiff City (2006-2007): After leaving West Brom, Campbell had a short stint with Cardiff City. He ended his career in May 2007.