Football fans were left stunned after discovering that pop icon Morrissey is actually Robbie Keane's cousin. The shocking revelation came when the singer appeared at a gig wearing a Maccabi Tel-Aviv shirt, showing his support for Keane who recently took charge of the Israeli giants.

A Surprise Connection

Robbie Keane, the former striker for Liverpool and the Republic of Ireland, has been appointed as the new boss of Maccabi Tel Aviv. Assisting him as the assistant head coach is fellow ex-Ireland star Rory Delap. Keane had been out of the game since 2018, when he briefly managed Indian club ATK.

Fans Express Amazement

Many fans have expressed their surprise at the familial connection between Morrissey and Keane. Some even admitted that they had only just discovered this close relationship. One fan said, "Whaaaat," while another exclaimed, "Wait, they are related?" A third fan, who recovered from the shock, said, "How did this factoid pass me by? I can see the resemblance now." A fourth fan hailed this revelation as "breaking news!"

Different Career Paths

Morrissey, best known as the lead vocalist of '80s Manchester group The Smiths, later pursued a successful solo career as a singer-songwriter. On the other hand, Robbie Keane gained fame as a talented footballer in the '90s and early 2000s. He played for clubs such as Wolves, Coventry, Inter Milan, Leeds, and had a successful spell at Spurs. Keane also represented the Republic of Ireland, scoring 68 goals in 146 games. Despite their differing career paths, this unexpected family connection has left fans and wordsmith Morrissey himself in awe.