The pair received honours for their fantastic charity work, with Liverpool legend Dalglish also recognised for his services on the pitch
Kenny Dalglish and Jermain Defoe spoke of their pride after both received honours during a ceremony at Buckingham Palace.
Former Liverpool star Dalglish, known as ‘King Kenny’ on Merseyside, received a knighthood from Prince Charles for “services to football, charity, and the city of Liverpool”.
Sir Kenny won three European Cups as a player with Liverpool and went on to manage both the Reds and Blackburn Rovers.
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He has also been recognised for his charity work and support for the families of the victims involved in the Hillsborough disaster.