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West Ham striker Tombides dies after cancer battle

Young West Ham striker Dylan Tombides has died following a three-year battle with testicular cancer. The 20-year-old Australian, who made his Hammers first-team debut two years ago, passed away on Friday.

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Samuel L Jackson tweets on West Ham player's death

Hollywood star Samuel L Jackson has offered his condolences to the family of West Ham footballer Dylan Tombides, who has died from testicular cancer.

The actor posted a picture of him meeting Mr Tombides at a cancer awareness event in November last year.

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