West Ham Legend Ludek Miklosko Dead Aged 64
West Ham said the Czech goalkeeper made 373 appearances and helped the club win two promotions before later returning as a coach.
- West Ham announced the death of legendary former goalkeeper Ludek Miklosko, aged 64. The Czech star played 373 matches for the Hammers between 1990 and 1997 before passing away following a battle with cancer.
- Miklosko joined West Ham from Banik Ostrava in 1990, becoming the first Czech player to impact English football after the Velvet Revolution. Over a 21-year career, he earned 42 international caps for Czechoslovakia and the Czech Republic.
- Named West Ham's player of the year in 1991, Miklosko enjoyed two promotions to the English top-flight. His man-of-the-match performance against Manchester United in the 1994/95 season helped Blackburn Rovers secure their only Premier League title.
- West Ham added: "The thoughts and sincere condolences of everyone at West Ham United." A period of appreciation will occur before Tuesday's Carabao Cup tie against Fulham, with further tributes at the Queens Park Rangers fixture.
- Miklosko, who served as sporting director at Banik Ostrava, withdrew from cancer treatment in December 2024, three years after his diagnosis. He stated he wanted to "live a normal life" and continue working in football for as long as possible.
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PRAGA (AP) — Luděk Mikloško, a former goalkeeper from former Czechoslovakia, the Czech Republic and West Ham, has passed away.
The legend beloved by West Ham fans is gone.
The football world has been plunged into grief after the news of the death of Ludek Miklosko, the legendary goalkeeper who left an indelible mark both in his native Czech Republic and on the Island with the team of West Ham United. At the age of 64, after a long and unequal battle with cancer, Mikloshko left behind a rich legacy and countless admirers. Miklosko's career began in the Czech Grand Banik (Ostrava), where he spent eight unforgettable…
Ludek Miklosko, who enjoyed immense popularity in England playing for the east London club, has passed away.
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