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  "id": 7342435,
  "title": "Former West Ham goalkeeper Miklosko dies aged 64",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/14/former-west-ham-goalkeeper-miklosko-dies-aged-64-7342435",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-14T14:46:25.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Malaysia Today",
    "slug": "free-malaysia-today-freemalays",
    "url": "https://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/sports/2026/09/14/former-west-ham-goalkeeper-miklosko-dies-aged-64"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Ludek Miklosko, the former West Ham goalkeeper and Czech international, passed away at the age of 64 after a battle with cancer. The English Championship club confirmed his death on Monday. Miklosko made nearly 400 appearances for West Ham between 1990 and 1997, after joining from Banik Ostrava. He played a crucial role in helping West Ham secure promotion to the top flight in 1991 and 1993. Known for his dedication and love among supporters, Miklosko returned as a goalkeeping coach after his playing career. West Ham released a statement expressing their deep sadness, stating, \"Rest in peace Ludek, our beloved, inspirational goalkeeper and gentle giant of a man.\" Banik Ostrava praised Miklosko as an outstanding goalkeeper and a great personality. His son Martin shared that the family was heartbroken but comforted by the support they received. Petr Cech, a former goalkeeper for Chelsea and Arsenal, hailed Miklosko for his contributions to Czech football and the Premier League, expressing hope that his memory would remain in their hearts forever.",
  "summary": "Czech international Ludek Miklosko, who made nearly 400 appearances for the Hammers, was diagnosed with cancer five years ago.",
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        "outlet": "Free Malaysia Today",
        "title": "Former West Ham goalkeeper Miklosko dies aged 64",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/14/former-west-ham-goalkeeper-miklosko-dies-aged-64",
        "published": "2026-09-14T14:46:25.000Z"
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      {
        "outlet": "New Straits Times",
        "title": "Former West Ham goalkeeper Miklosko dies aged 64",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/14/former-west-ham-goalkeeper-miklosko-dies-aged-64-7365050",
        "published": "2026-09-14T17:10:31.000Z"
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