Manchester United legend Roy Keane revealed his softer side during a touching appearance with his daughter Caragh on the latest episode of the Stick to Football podcast - and admitted he misses his family when they're not around.
The notoriously tough former footballer showed a tender side of his personality rarely seen in public.
Caragh, 29, joined the regular podcast lineup of Keane, Gary Neville, Jill Scott, Ian Wright and Jamie Carragher.
She is the second-oldest of Keane's five children with wife Theresa Doyle.
Manchester United legend Roy Keane revealed his softer side during a touching appearance with his daughter Caragh on the latest episode of the Stick to Football podcast - and admitted he misses his family when they're not around
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The father-daughter duo shared insights into their relationship and family life.
Caragh opened up about her battle with lupus, an incurable disease that was diagnosed four years ago.
The condition turned her life upside down, forcing her to decline a dream teaching position.
She suffered from extreme joint pain, blisters and alopecia as symptoms of the autoimmune disease.
Doctors initially told Caragh she would need chemotherapy to ease her symptoms.
Caragh Keane suffered blistered skin as a result of her battle with lupusINSTAGRAMHowever, she later discovered that dietary changes could help improve her lupus, gut issues and autoimmune problems.
With the help of her father, Caragh has now launched a health company called Superkeen.
The business focuses on selling organic and healthy food products to the public.
This venture emerged directly from her personal health journey and discoveries about managing her condition through diet.
Keane has been instrumental in supporting his daughter's business ambitions.
Their joint appearance on the podcast highlighted not only Caragh's health struggles but also how she transformed her experience into a positive business opportunity.
During the podcast, Keane revealed how his daughter's business began with a simple request for support.
"When you started you asked me to support you, I said 'Yeah go for it girl'," Keane shared.
He then humorously described their business meeting: "Can I have some money daddy? That was the business meeting!"
The football legend showed his generosity, adding: "I said yeah, take it, whatever you need."
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He admitted the costs exceeded his expectations, noting: "It was more than what I thought to get a company up and running, it's been hard work."
The podcast revealed glimpses of Keane's family life, with the former midfielder emotionally admitting: "I miss them when they're away."
Caragh described her father's supportive nature by saying: "He is the most supportive person but he definitely loves his routine. If that is off-kilter, we know about it!"
"Like if there's a delivery coming that he is not aware of, oh my, the poor Amazon delivery man!"
Keane quipped: "You would not believe how much we get delivered to the house!"
Roy Keane is a supportive figure for daughter Caragh amid her health battle
"No but he is great," Caragh added. "You have your funny moments, don't you. It's so good."
This rare glimpse into Keane's family life reveals a stark contrast to his fierce on-pitch persona that Manchester United fans remember well.
The tender father-daughter relationship showcased on the podcast highlights a different dimension to the football legend.
Known for his uncompromising attitude as a player and pundit, Keane's support for his daughter's health journey and business venture demonstrates his softer side.
