Former West Ham and Czech Republic goalkeeper Luděk Mikloško dies at 64
Legendary goalkeeper Luděk Mikloško passed away at the age of 64. He had a distinguished career with Czechoslovakia, Czech Republic, and West Ham United. Mikloško joined West Ham in 1990, becoming the first Czech player to make a significant impact in English football after the Velvet Revolution. He made 373 appearances for the club and was voted the team's player of the year in his debut season.
The Czech club Baník Ostrava, where he served as sporting director, confirmed his passing. Mikloško fought cancer for five years before succumbing to the disease. West Ham honored him before recent matches against Fulham and Queens Park Rangers. His family and the football community mourned the loss of a beloved and inspirational figure.
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