Former Portsmouth goalkeeper Alan Knight has passed away at the age of 65 after being diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2024. Knight spent 22 years at the club, making 801 appearances between 1978 and 2000, a record for a goalkeeper at a single English club. Known affectionately as "The Legend" by Pompey fans, he continued to support the club after retiring, working as both a coach and ambassador. His long-standing connection to the club made him a revered figure in the football community. A statement from Portsmouth Football Club expressed deep sorrow over Knight's passing, acknowledging that while the word "legend" is often used in football, Knight's lasting influence at the club—more than two decades after his retirement—truly justified the title. The club extended its condolences to Knight's wife, Heather, and their daughters, Jade and Rebekah, as well as to his family and friends. The statement noted that he would be "sadly missed" by fans, teammates, and the club itself. Portsmouth captain Marlon Pack paid tribute to Knight on social media, describing him as a "true club legend who bled blue" and someone who had contributed significantly to the club and the wider community over many years. Knight made his debut at just 16, keeping a clean sheet against Rotherham in the old Division Three in 1978. He played in all four tiers of English football and was part of three promotion-winning campaigns, including the club's return to the top flight in 1986-87 after 28 years of absence. Knight's final appearance for Portsmouth came in January 2000, when he was 38 years old, making him the only player in the club's history to have played across four different decades. After retiring, he was honored with an MBE and the Freedom of the City of Portsmouth. Knight revealed his cancer diagnosis in October 2024 and spoke publicly about it in March 2025, calling it a "massive shock." He encouraged others to seek medical help if they experienced symptoms and participated in a walking football group in Portsmouth with other men facing similar challenges. He emphasized the importance of support from family and former teammates in dealing with the emotional impact of a cancer diagnosis.