Ludek Miklosko, former West Ham and QPR goalkeeper, dies aged 64 – The Guardian
Ludek Miklosko, former West Ham and QPR goalkeeper, dies aged 64 The Guardian
WAF Context
Ludek Miklosko, the former West Ham and QPR goalkeeper, has died aged 64 following a cancer illness. The Czech-born keeper joined West Ham from Baník Ostrava in 1990 and made approximately 373 appearances for the club during the 1990s. He earned 42 international caps for Czechoslovakia and Czechia, establishing himself as a significant figure in the club's history whose supporters remained devoted long after his departure.
What we know
- Miklosko died at age 64 after battling cancer.
- He made around 373 appearances for West Ham from 1990 onwards.
- He won 42 international caps for Czechoslovakia and Czechia.
Why it matters
Miklosko was a defining figure for West Ham during a formative period in the 1990s, earning lasting supporter devotion. His career spanned significant eras for both club and country, marking an important chapter in the histories of West Ham United and Czech football.
