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      Former Scotland manager George Burley, 68, diagnosed with cancer as well-wishers back legend

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      FORMER Scotland manager and Ipswich Town legend George Burley has been diagnosed with cancer.The 68-year-old, originally from Cumnock in Ayrshire, has vowed to tackle the disease head-on after learning of his diagnosis.George Burley took over from Alex McLeish as Scotland manager in 2008Credit: Kenny Ramsay – The Sun GlasgowHe had a successful tenure at Ipswich Town where he made his name as a managerCredit: News Group Newspapers LtdBurley has been involved in more matches than anybody else in Ipswich’s history as both player and manager.He guided them to the Premier League in 2000 and after successful later spells with Hearts and Southampton, he was given the Scotland job in 2008.Hearts were in top form when Burley was surprisingly sacked after just 12 games in charge at Tynecastle.The Jambos were top of the league after ten matches, having won eight of them, including a 4-0 derby victory over Hibs.Behind the scenes however he had a fractious relationship with the controversial Vladimir Romanov and when the latter made a move to take private control of Hearts, Burley left the club a day later.A statement from Portman Road read: “Ipswich Town Football Club can confirm that legendary former player and manager George Burley is currently undergoing treatment for cancer.“Our thoughts are with George, his wife Jill and their family. It’s always great to see him here in the directors’ box on a matchday and we will do everything we can to support one of our all-time greats, uniquely as both player and manager.”Burley himself said: “After feeling unwell earlier this year, I have recently received a diagnosis and I am taking positive action to fight the disease. Most read in Football”It has been a difficult time, but I am feeling much brighter now. In fact, I am able to get to matches at Portman Road and I am enjoying watching the team playing back in the Premier League.”“We are grateful to the club for the support they have shown me and my family and I would ask that everyone is respectful of our privacy at this time.” Little known rule leaves Scotland and Portugal fans baffled as they say ‘every day is a school day’Ipswich boss Kieran McKenna added: “This club has had some brilliant managers and George is right up there as one of the very best.“It has been a pleasure to get to know George since I arrived at Ipswich. He is a positive and optimistic character, and I know he will also take that attitude into the battle he now faces.“We are all right behind him.” A statement from the SFA read: “Wishing our former Men’s National Team manager George Burley well, as he begins treatment for cancer.”And a Hearts social media post said: “The thoughts and best wishes of everyone at Hearts is with our former manager, George Burley, as he undergoes treatment for cancer.”Another of Burley’s former clubs, Derby, wished him well in a statement.It read: “Sending the club’s best wishes to our former manager George Burley, who is currently undergoing treatment for cancer.”You have the full support of everyone at Derby County, George.”George Burley factfileBorn: June 3, 1956 in Cumnock, Scotland.Youth Career: Began his football journey with Ayr United’s youth team.Ipswich Town: Joined Ipswich Town in 1972, making his debut at 17.Long Tenure: Spent 12 years at Ipswich Town, amassing over 400 appearances.FA Cup Victory: Part of the Ipswich team that won the FA Cup in 1978.UEFA Cup Triumph: Key player in Ipswich’s UEFA Cup win in 1981.Scotland Caps: Earned 11 caps for the Scottish national team.Sunderland: Transferred to Sunderland in 1985.Gillingham: Played for Gillingham from 1988 to 1989.Motherwell: Stint with Motherwell from 1989 -1991.Colchester United: Ended his playing career at Colchester United in 1994.Transition to Management: Started managerial career with Ayr United in 1991.Ipswich Town Manager: Returned to Ipswich Town as manager in 1994.Promotion to Premier League: Guided Ipswich to the Premier League in 2000.Manager of the Year: Awarded Premier League Manager of the Year in 2001.Derby County: Managed Derby County from 2003 to 2005.Hearts: Took charge of Hearts in 2005 and topped the league after ten games before shock dismissal.Southampton: Managed Southampton from 2008 to 2009.Scotland National Team: Appointed Scotland manager in 2008, a role he held until 2009.Crystal Palace: Managed London club from 2010 to 2011.Foreign adventure: In 2012 he took charge of Cypriot side Apollon Limassol but was sacked after just two games.As a player, Burley played for Ipswich for 12 years before joining Sunderland in 1985.With the Tractor Boys he won the FA Cup in 1979 and the Uefa Cup in 1981.He then turned out for GIllingham, Motherwell, Ayr United, Falkirk and Colchester United before hanging up his boots.Burley won 11 Scotland caps between 1979 and 1982 as a defender.He stepped into coaching with Ayr as player-manager and then had similar roles at Motherwell and Colchester.It was then he returned to Portman Road and would go on to become one of the most successful managers in their history, being named Premier League Manager of the Year in his debut season after taking Ipswich to the top flight, leading them to a fifth-placed finish.READ MORE SUN STORIESOur New YouTube ChannelSubscribe to our new Scottish Sun Sport YouTube channel for all the latest football news, views and amazing moments.We’ve got every major development covered from Celtic, Rangers, Hearts, Hibs, Aberdeen and the rest of the Scottish Premiership.Plus we have TWO brilliant new podcasts to watch every week…MONDAYGo Ballistic with Roger Hannah and special guest Kris Boyd will dissect all the weekend action and deliver their no-holds-barred reaction.WEDNESDAYRobert Grieve and Bill Leckie chew over the tastiest topics in Scottish football and offer their unique takes in their Coffee Club.FRIDAYGo Ballistic is back with Roger Hannah and top tipster Jim Delahunt looking ahead to the weekend games and analysing the biggest talking points.Subscribe now and don’t miss a thing. 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      Nancy Dell’Olio will attend Sven-Goran Eriksson’s funeral & admits she ‘never stopped loving’ ex-England boss

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      SVEN-Göran Eriksson’s ex-lover Nancy Dell’Olio will attend his funeral this week after making peace with him in his final days.The Italian lawyer shared heartfelt phone calls with the ex-England football coach shortly before his death aged 76 of pancreatic cancer.Sven-Goran Eriksson’s former lover Nancy Dell’Olio will attend his funeralCredit: GettyFormer England manager Eriksson died aged 76 of pancreatic cancerCredit: ReutersTheir relationship had been rocked by his affairs with TV presenter Ulrika Jonsson in 2002, and then-FA secretary Faria Alam in 2004. But Nancy, 63, broke down in a ITV interview last month as she told of her pain at the loss of “love of her life” Sven.She will steel herself to fly from her home in Italy to Torsby, Sweden, where hundreds are expected to pay respects on Friday.A source said: “Nancy will be going to the funeral.READ MORE ON SVEN“She never stopped loving Sven and wants to say goodbye properly.“His family and his last girlfriend are aware and OK with it. “Nancy is a very emotional woman and it will be difficult for her but she feels she has to go.”Nancy met Sven in 1998 when he managed Rome side Lazio, and was with him throughout his Three Lions reign from 2001 to 2006.Most read in FootballSven spent his last days at his lakeside retreat at Sunne in western Sweden and died surrounded by his family.Mourners, possibly including Sven’s England captain David Beckham, will attend a church service before speeches and eulogies at a community centre.Sven-Goran Eriksson dies aged 76 after astonishing career spanning decadesThe send-off has been arranged by Sven’s last lover Yaniseth Alcides plus his children Johan, 45, and Lina, 37, from his marriage to Ann-Christine Pettersson.And the family are understood to have extended an invitation to Nancy after she expressed a wish to attend.In an exclusive Sun on Sunday interview in January, days after he made his terminal diagnosis public, Sven said “No, not at all!” when asked if he had spoken to Nancy of his illness.But he and Nancy, once dubbed The First Lady of English Football, reconciled soon after and chatted several times before his death. More

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      Football world pays emotional tribute to Sol Bamba with ex-teammate shaken ‘to my core’ by news of tragic death at 39

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      SOL BAMBA’S untimely death aged just 39 has seen an outpouring of emotion from the football world.The Ivory Coast international passed away after falling ill while working in Turkey on Friday following a battle with cancer.Neil Warnock shared a close bond with Sol BambaCredit: Getty Images – GettyThe former Cardiff defender tragically passed away this weekCredit: GettySol Bamba was a popular figure in English footballCredit: RexBamba, who leaves behind wife Chloe and their three children, was a hugely popular figure within the game.And the esteem with which he was held had been reflected by the messages shared on social media in the wake of his tragic passing.Neil Warnock, who signed Bamba before leading Cardiff to the Premier League, paid a glowing tribute.He wrote on X: “I can’t believe I won’t see that beaming smile again.READ MORE ON BAMBA”I’m so happy that Sol was part of my life and we had such brilliant memories together.”I’m heartbroken for Chloe and the family and all my thoughts are with them.”Sol was a ray of sunshine and I’ll miss him so much.”Former Cardiff defender Lee Peltier wrote on X: “Love you brother. Rest easy my big brother – always there for me, will never forget.”Most read in FootballEx-Bluebirds defender and manager Mark Hudson said: “Never had the chance to witness what a truly great man and leader you were.”We have shared stories and I loved our chats, however brief. My heart goes out to Sol’s family. I am devastated for you.”Junior Hoilett, who won promotion with Cardiff alongside Bamba, said: “RIP Big Bro. Love Always.”Ipswich’s Sam Morsy, who was with Bamba at Middlesbrough, wrote: “Ahhh man big Sol .. incredible human one of the best I’ve shared a dressing room with, at the start of his coaching career.”Writing in Arabic, Morsy added: “We belong to Allah and to him we shall return.”Former Middlesbrough defender Cyrus Christie said: “This news has shook me to my core. Only the other day we spoke as you started your managerial career.”Fly high brother, may your soul rest in peace. One of the nicest and most humble guys to grace this game. Thoughts and prayers go out to your family.”Sol Bamba poses with wife ChloeCredit: Instagram @ch1ojoThey had three children togetherCredit: Instagram @cebambaSol Bamba enjoyed a long careerCredit: RexCurrent Cardiff left-back Callum O’Dowda said: “Heartbroken. Despite everything you went through, you epitomised the most positive outlook on life. A lesson I will hold forever. My thoughts are with your family.”Bluebirds goalkeeper Jak Alnwick wrote: “Rest in peace Sol, one of the nicest guys I’ve ever come across in football.”And Neil Etheridge, a team-mate of Bamba’s at Cardiff, said: “One of the nicest guys I have met off the field and on it.”Always smiling, always so happy, always seeing the brighter side of life.”When I joined the club, before he knew me, Sol treated me as a brother. When we got to know each other we became family. Rest in peace Sol.”Ex-Cardiff winger Nathaniel Mendez-Laing wrote: “My guy always looked out for me. Love you brother.”Cardiff, where Bamba made 118 appearances, said the centre-back was a “hero” and described his impact at the club as “immeasurable”.Bamba’s health battlesSol Bamba was diagnosed with non-Hodgkin lymphoma on Christmas Eve 2020 before undergoing four months of chemo.He told Mail Sport in 2022: “After the first chemo I was down for four days.”I could not get out of bed. I lost weight. After that, I told my missus, ‘I’m not going for the second round’. The way I was, in that moment, it was awful.” But the defender quickly rose to the occasion and was lauded for raising awareness of the disease as he battled it head on.Speaking to the Guardian in November last year he said: “The way I went about it, people gave me praise … it was too much.”That’s just what I’m like. I understand some people prefer to shy away from it, but I’m different. I’m just being myself.“Even clubs now are being careful now when they do medical checks, all the way from Premier League to League Two, which is massive. In our game we talk about injuries but you never think about cancer.”Bamba was given the all-clear in May 2021, but said he still had to be “careful”, paying regular visits to the doctor.“Unfortunately when you’ve had cancer once, you always have to double check and make sure it doesn’t come back,” he continued. “Is it behind me 100%? Well, I wish but you never know.”Incredibly, he returned to playing football just five months after his diagnosis.At the time of his comeback, he said: “When I was going through chemo, I never thought for one minute I would come back and play. And I never thought about scoring penalties at Old Trafford – nights like that seemed a million miles away.”The club wrote: “As a player and coach, Sol’s impact on our football club was immeasurable. He was a hero to all of us, a leader in every dressing room and a true gentleman.”Leeds – another former club – said in a post on X: “Everyone at #LUFC is devastated to learn of the news that former #LUFC captain Sol Bamba has passed away.”Our thoughts and condolences are with his family and friends at this tragic time. Rest in peace, Sol, you will be forever in our hearts.”Middlesbrough said: “We are devastated to learn of the passing of Sol Bamba at the age of 39.”Our thoughts are with Sol’s family and friends at this time.”A Football Association of Wales statement read: “The FAW is devastated to hear the sad news of Sol Bamba’s passing.”Sol obtained his coaching badges with the FAW and was currently studying for his Uefa pro licence, where everyone he worked with admired his positivity and his love for the game.”Our thoughts and deepest condolences are with Sol’s family, friends and everyone that knew him during this difficult time.”Bamba was diagnosed with Non-Hodgkin lymphoma in 2021 while at Cardiff but managed to return to the field for the Bluebirds after being declared cancer-free following chemotherapy.Wife’s statementHe had three children – Roonea, Lily and Amy.Bamba’s wife Chloe paid tribute to the gentle giant in a heartbreaking statement.She wrote: “For the last few years I have watched Sol fight his cancer head on with an astounding mental and physical strength and stoicism.”Unfortunately, it was never a fair fight and just when things were looking up he took a downturn and finally succumbed on 31 August.”These years have been indescribably difficult but we still managed to find joy and laughter in it. I’ve experienced my worst days but also some of my best.READ MORE SUN STORIES”Sol accepted his fate as God’s will and left this earth knowing, without a shadow of a doubt, that he was loved wholeheartedly. I made sure of that.”It was an honour to have loved and been loved by Sol. I learnt so much from him. He is my hero. My heart is breaking. What a gift, what a gift, what a gift to have been loved by him.” More

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      What type of cancer did Sol Bamba have? Understanding the ex-Leeds United and Cardiff City defender’s cause of death

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      SOL Bamba, the star footballer who played for Cardiff City and Leeds United, has sadly passed away.But what type of cancer did the football legend have? Here’s everything you need to know. Sol played for Cardiff, Leicester City and Leeds UnitedCredit: Getty ImagesSol was born in France and also played for Paris Saint-GermainCredit: Getty ImagesWhat type of cancer did Sol Bamba have?Sol battled with Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, a disease that 13,000 people are diagnosed with a year in the UK.The exact cause of the disease is unknown, but it is more common in people who have surpressed immune systems.Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma can be diagnosed with a biopsy. There are two types of Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma: high-grade lymphoma (where the cancer grows quickly) and low-grade (where the cancer grows more slowly). Read more in healthcareChemotherapy and radiotherapy are the most common treatments, but most forms of Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma are considered to be treatable. When was Sol Bamba diagnosed with Non-Hodgkin lymphoma?Sol announced that he had been diagnosed with Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma in 2021 and that he was undergoing treatment. In May 2021, just four months after he made the announcement, he told fans that he was now cancer free. However, the cancer later returned and he tragically passed away.Most read in FootballWhat has Sol Bamba’s wife said about his death?Sol met his wife Chloe while playing for Leicester and the couple had three children together. When Sol sadly died, she said: “For the last few years I have watched Sol fight his cancer head on with an astounding mental and physical strength and stoicism.”Unfortunately, it was never a fair fight and just when things were looking up he took a downturn and finally succumbed on 31st August.”These years have been indescribably difficult but we still managed to find joy and laughter in it.”I’ve experienced my worst days but also some of my best.”Sol accepted his fate as God’s will and left this earth knowing, without a shadow of a doubt, that he was loved wholeheartedly. I made sure of that.”It was an honour to have loved and been loved by Sol. I learnt so much from him. He is my hero. My heart is breaking.”What a gift, what a gift, what a gift to have been loved by him.”Who did Sol Bamba play for?Sol played for some of the top football clubs in the world.He began his career with Paris Saint-Germain, at the age of 11. As his career progressed, he moved to the Scottish team Dunfermline Athletic and later Hibernian. Sol became a household name though when he joined Leicester City in 2011.His time with the club was short though and he moved to the Turkish team Trabzonspor in 2012. READ MORE SUN STORIESThen, after a brief stint with Palermo, he moved to Leeds United where he quickly rose the rank of captain. After this, he joined Cardiff City and later Middlesborough. What are the signs of lymphoma?LYMPHOMA is a term for cancer that starts in the lymph system – a network of vessels and glands that spans your body.There are two main kinds of lymphoma – Hodgkin Lymphoma and Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma.Lymphoma can cause many different symptoms, depending on which type of lymphoma it is and where it develops in the body.The most typical signs are:Swollen lymph nodes, such as in the neck, armpit or groin areaNight sweatsExtreme tirednessItchingUnexplained weight lossFeverExcessive bleeding, such as nosebleeds, heavy periods and spots of blood under the skinOther signs of lymphoma in a more localised area include:Swelling of the stomach, loss of appetite and other abdominal symptomsCoughing, shortness of breath, or chest pain  More

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      Sol Bamba’s touching final tweet as former Leicester and Cardiff star tragically dies at 39 after health battle

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      SOL BAMBA’S final tweet was a heartfelt tribute to former manager Sven Goran Eriksson.The retired defender tragically passed away aged 39 after falling ill on Friday following a brave fight with cancer.Sol Bamba passed away this week after a brave fight against cancerCredit: Instagram @solbambaThe defender played for Leicester from 2011-2012Credit: GettyHe paid tribute to former Foxes boss Sven-Goran Eriksson in his final post on XCredit: GettySol Bamba had three children with wife ChloeCredit: Instagram @solbambaTributes have flooded in from former clubs, as well as Bamba’s heartbroken wife Chloe.Eriksson’s tragic death aged 76 after his own battle with cancer was confirmed by his family on Monday.Bamba played under the Swede with Leicester and the Ivory Coast and paid a moving tribute to the manager.He wrote: “Deeply devastated by the news of Sven’s passing today.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”He was not just an exquisite person, but he was also the best coach I’ve ever had, inspiring my journey as a player but also as a manager.”My sincere condolences to his family and loved ones. Rest in peace, Sven.”A fan later replied under the post: “Quite fitting your own final message was one of such respect and sincerity. Incredibly sad news. RIP Sol.”Bamba was working as a technical director for Turkish club Adanaspor when he was taken ill before a game against Manisa BBSK on Friday.Most read in FootballA statement from Adanaspor posted on Saturday night read: “Our Technical Director Souleymane Bamba, who fell ill before the Manisa Football Club match played yesterday, was taken to Manisa Celal Bayar University Hospital and unfortunately lost his battle for life there. Our condolences to his family and our community.”Bamba was diagnosed with Non-Hodgkin lymphoma in 2021 while at Cardiff but managed to return to the field for the Bluebirds after being declared cancer-free following chemotherapy.Sol Bamba is a Cardiff legend after helping the Bluebirds to promotionCredit: Instagram @solbambaHe will be sorely missed by many fansCredit: Instagram @solbambaHe had three children – Roonea, Lily and Amy – with wife Chloe, who paid tribute to the popular former defender.She wrote: “For the last few years I have watched Sol fight his cancer head on with an astounding mental and physical strength and stoicism.”Unfortunately, it was never a fair fight and just when things were looking up he took a downturn and finally succumbed on 31st August.”These years have been indescribably difficult but we still managed to find joy and laughter in it.”I’ve experienced my worst days but also some of my best.”Sol accepted his fate as God’s will and left this earth knowing, without a shadow of a doubt, that he was loved wholeheartedly. I made sure of that.”It was an honour to have loved and been loved by Sol. I learnt so much from him. He is my hero. My heart is breaking.”What a gift, what a gift, what a gift to have been loved by him.”BAMBA’S HEALTH BATTLESSol Bamba was diagnosed with non-Hodgkin lymphoma on Christmas Eve 2020 before undergoing four months of chemo.He told Mail Sport in 2022: “After the first chemo I was down for four days.”I could not get out of bed. I lost weight. After that, I told my missus, ‘I’m not going for the second round’. The way I was, in that moment, it was awful.” But the defender quickly rose to the occasion and was lauded for raising awareness of the disease as he battled it head on.Speaking to the Guardian in November last year he said: “The way I went about it, people gave me praise … it was too much.”That’s just what I’m like. I understand some people prefer to shy away from it, but I’m different. I’m just being myself.“Even clubs now are being careful now when they do medical checks, all the way from Premier League to League Two, which is massive. In our game we talk about injuries but you never think about cancer.”Bamba was given the all-clear in May 2021, but said he still had to be “careful”, paying regular visits to the doctor.“Unfortunately when you’ve had cancer once, you always have to double check and make sure it doesn’t come back,” he continued. “Is it behind me 100%? Well, I wish but you never know.”Incredibly, he returned to playing football just five months after his diagnosis.At the time of his comeback, he said: “When I was going through chemo, I never thought for one minute I would come back and play. And I never thought about scoring penalties at Old Trafford – nights like that seemed a million miles away.”Cardiff said Bamba was a “club legend” and his death brought them the “deepest sadness”.The club wrote: “As a player and coach, Sol’s impact on our football club was immeasurable. He was a hero to all of us, a leader in every dressing room and a true gentleman.”Leeds said in a post on X: “Everyone at #LUFC is devastated to learn of the news that former #LUFC captain Sol Bamba has passed away.”Our thoughts and condolences are with his family and friends at this tragic time. Rest in peace, Sol, you will be forever in our hearts.”READ MORE SUN STORIESMiddlesbrough said: “We are devastated to learn of the passing of Sol Bamba at the age of 39.”Our thoughts are with Sol’s family and friends at this time.” More

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      Sol Bamba’s wife releases heartbreaking statement saying he ‘left earth knowing he was loved’ as ex-Prem star, 39, dies

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      SOL BAMBA’S wife Chloe has released a heartbreaking statement after he tragically lost his battle with cancer.The father-of-three’s death aged 39 was confirmed yesterday after he was taken ill while working for Turkish side Adanaspor on Friday.Sol Bamba’s wife Chloe has payed tribute to the gentle giantChloe and Sol have three children togetherCredit: Instagram @cebambaSol Bamba returned to the field after being diagnosed with cancerCredit: Instagram @ch1ojoThe defender is an icon in the Welsh capital after he time with CardiffCredit: Instagram @ch1ojoBamba was diagnosed with Non-Hodgkin lymphoma in 2021 while at Cardiff but managed to return to the field for the Bluebirds after being declared cancer-free following chemotherapy.He had three children – Roonea, Lily and Amy – with wife Chloe, who paid tribute to the popular former defender.She wrote: “For the last few years I have watched Sol fight his cancer head on with an astounding mental and physical strength and stoicism.”Unfortunately, it was never a fair fight and just when things were looking up he took a downturn and finally succumbed on 31st August.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”These years have been indescribably difficult but we still managed to find joy and laughter in it. “I’ve experienced my worst days but also some of my best. “Sol accepted his fate as God’s will and left this earth knowing, without a shadow of a doubt, that he was loved wholeheartedly. I made sure of that.”It was an honour to have loved and been loved by Sol. I learnt so much from him. He is my hero. My heart is breaking. Most read in Football”What a gift, what a gift, what a gift to have been loved by him.”Bamba became ill before a game against Manisa BBSK and later died in hospital.A statement from Adanaspor posted on Saturday night read: “Our Technical Director Souleymane Bamba, who fell ill before the Manisa Football Club match played yesterday, was taken to Manisa Celal Bayar University Hospital and unfortunately lost his battle for life there. Our condolences to his family and our community.”Bamba’s health battlesSol Bamba was diagnosed with non-Hodgkin lymphoma on Christmas Eve 2020 before undergoing four months of chemo.He told Mail Sport in 2022: “After the first chemo I was down for four days.”I could not get out of bed. I lost weight. After that, I told my missus, ‘I’m not going for the second round’. The way I was, in that moment, it was awful.” But the defender quickly rose to the occasion and was lauded for raising awareness of the disease as he battled it head on.Speaking to the Guardian in November last year he said: “The way I went about it, people gave me praise … it was too much.”That’s just what I’m like. I understand some people prefer to shy away from it, but I’m different. I’m just being myself.“Even clubs now are being careful now when they do medical checks, all the way from Premier League to League Two, which is massive. In our game we talk about injuries but you never think about cancer.”Bamba was given the all-clear in May 2021, but said he still had to be “careful”, paying regular visits to the doctor.“Unfortunately when you’ve had cancer once, you always have to double check and make sure it doesn’t come back,” he continued. “Is it behind me 100%? Well, I wish but you never know.”Incredibly, he returned to playing football just five months after his diagnosis.At the time of his comeback, he said: “When I was going through chemo, I never thought for one minute I would come back and play. And I never thought about scoring penalties at Old Trafford – nights like that seemed a million miles away.”Bamba was a beloved figure in English football after spells with` Leeds, Middlesbrough and Leicester.He played in the Premier League with Cardiff in the 2018-2019 season after winning the Championship runner-up trophy with the club.Cardiff said Bamba was a “club legend” and his death brought them the “deepest sadness”.The club wrote: “As a player and coach, Sol’s impact on our football club was immeasurable. He was a hero to all of us, a leader in every dressing room and a true gentleman.”Sol Bamba was working in Turkey when he fell ill and passed awayCredit: Instagram @ch1ojoHe bravely battled cancer and leaves behind three childrenCredit: Instagram @ch1ojoSol and Chloe Bamba enjoy a touching moment togetherCredit: Instagram @ch1ojoSol was known for his generous personalityCredit: Instagram @ch1ojoChloe Bamba issued a heartbreaking statement after Sol’s deathCredit: Instagram @ch1ojoLeeds said in a post on X: “Everyone at #LUFC is devastated to learn of the news that former #LUFC captain Sol Bamba has passed away.”Our thoughts and condolences are with his family and friends at this tragic time. Rest in peace, Sol, you will be forever in our hearts.”Middlesbrough said: “We are devastated to learn of the passing of Sol Bamba at the age of 39.”Our thoughts are with Sol’s family and friends at this time.”READ MORE SUN STORIESBamba was born in France but made 46 appearances for the Ivory Coast – the country of his parents’ birth.After playing he stayed with football and moved into management as an assistant manager with Cardiff in 2023. More

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      Sol Bamba dead aged 39: Ex-Leeds United, Leicester City and Cardiff City star has died as former club pays tribute

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      EX-LEEDS United and Leicester City star Sol Bamba has died with tributes pouring in for the footballer. The centre-back tragically passed away today aged just 39.Sol Bamba has died aged just 39Credit: ReutersBamba with wife Chloe in 2020Bamba made 382 appearances in his senior careerCredit: GettyBamba on holiday in 2018Bamba was known as one of the good guys of football and made 51 appearances for Leeds United and 24 for Middlesbrough.He played in the Premier League with Cardiff City in the 2018-2019 season after winning the Championship runner-up trophy with the club.Cardiff City said Bamba was a “club legend” and his death brought them the “deepest sadness”. “As a player and coach, Sol’s impact on our football club was immeasurable. He was a hero to all of us, a leader in every dressing room and a true gentleman. Read more on football”Our thoughts are with his friends, family and everyone lucky enough to know and love Sol.”Leeds United said in a post on X: “Everyone at #LUFC is devastated to learn of the news that former #LUFC captain Sol Bamba has passed away. “Our thoughts and condolences are with his family and friends at this tragic time. Rest in peace, Sol, you will be forever in our hearts.”Middlesbrough FC said: “We are devastated to learn of the passing of Sol Bamba at the age of 39.Most read in Football”Our thoughts are with Sol’s family and friends at this time.”Former club Trabzonspor paid a heartbreaking tribute to their former player who made 27 appearances. Ipswich Town star Sol Bamba sees red then lashes out at Neil WarnockThey said in a statement: “We have learned with deep sorrow the passing of Adanaspor Coach Sol Bamba, who wore our jersey between 2012-2014. “May God have mercy on him and we offer our condolences to his family and all his loved ones.”He was diagnosed with Non-Hodgkin lymphoma in 2021 but had beaten it after undergoing chemotherapy and was declared cancer-free.Bamba was born in France but made 46 appearances for the country of his parents’ birth – Ivory Coast.After playing he stayed with football and moved into management as an assistant manager with Cardiff City in 2023.He was technical director of Turkish side Adanaspor this year.That club shared a tribute to the manager saying he “fell ill” before a match yesterday and “was taken to Manisa Celal Bayar University Hospital and unfortunately lost his battle for life there. “Our condolences to his family and our community.”In 2020, Bamba was cruelly robbed of his Range Rover, a Louis Vuitton bag and a Cartier watch in a £90,000 raid on his home.Fans also paid tribute to the player. One said: “Gutted, early footballing memory of him scoring against Man City on debut.”READ MORE SUN STORIESAnother wrote: “Absolutely devastating. What a human being. Had the pleasure of having him at Middlesbrough. Colossus of a man.”While a third posted: “Devastating, remember him at Cardiff. Absolute legend.”Bamba made 112 appearances for Cardiff CityCredit: PA:Press Association More

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      Declan Rice donates £5,000 to GoFundMe campaign set up to fund treatment for West Ham youth diagnosed with brain cancer

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      DECLAN RICE has donated £5,000 to a GoFundMe campaign set up for a West Ham Under-15s goalkeeper who is fighting brain cancer.Rice, a former Hammers youth star himself, made 245 appearances for the senior side before moving to Arsenal in July 2023.Declan Rice has donated £5,000 to a West Ham U15 star who is fighting brain cancerCredit: RexOscar Fairs, 14 was diagnosed with ependymoma brain tumour in August 2023Rice donated the £5000 to Oscar’s GoFundMe pageCredit: Go Fund MeOscar Fairs, 14, has been a goalkeeper at West Ham since the age of nine but was diagnosed with an ependymoma brain tumour in August 2023.The young boy has since undergone seven surgeries to remove the cancerous lump.Rising Ballers confirmed Fairs is a season-ticket holder at West Ham who has ambitions of being the No1 shotstopper for his country.As well his seven surgeries, Fairs has undergone one round of chemotherapy and one round of radiotherapy, but was told that palliative care was the only option.READ MORE IN HEALTHHis family have found a treatment called medulloblastoma European multitarget metronomic antiangiogenic trial (MEMMAT) which is not available in the UK.The nearest city which provides the treatment is a facility in Lille, France, called The Oscar Lembert Center.The cost of the whole MEMMAT treatment, plus the partial living cost to support the youngster in France is £100,000,Over £77,500 has been raised so far towards the six-figure target.Most read in FootballAnd £5,000 of that has been donated by Rice, with a further £10,000 given by club chairman David Sullivan.Just eight months before his diagnosis, his family were told his symptoms were mental health related, and he was referred to Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS).  Arsenal’s Declan Rice was targeted by masked robbers in broad daylight He had been experiencing heart palpitations, right-sided weakness, headaches and sickness.But after finding out her son has brain cancer mum Natalie is desperate to save her son’s life.She said: “The MEMMAT trial can potentially halve the size of everything and then a surgeon can do whatever they can.”He’s now got a cancerous spread in the middle of his brain – it’s on the outside, inside, different sides.”It involves six forms of chemo – the first four are done orally and the last two are through a catheter into the brain.”I need everybody and everyone to get on board with me here to save my son’s life – it’s going to cost over £70,000.”*If you’d like to support Oscar visit https://gofund.me/dbde5a61.The most common symptoms of a brain tumourMore than 12,000 Brits are diagnosed with a primary brain tumour every year — of which around half are cancerous — with 5,300 losing their lives.The disease is the most deadly cancer in children and adults aged under 40, according to the Brain Tumour Charity.Brain tumours reduce life expectancies by an average of 27 years, with just 12 per cent of adults surviving five years after diagnosis.There are two main types, with non-cancerous benign tumours growing more slowly and being less likely to return after treatment.Cancerous malignant brain tumours can either start in the brain or spread there from elsewhere in the body and are more likely to return.Brain tumours can cause headaches, seizures, nausea, vomiting and memory problems, according to the NHS.They can also lead to changes in personality weakness or paralysis on one side of the problem and problems with speech or vision.The nine most common symptoms are:HeadachesSeizuresFeeling sickBeing sickMemory problemsChange in personalityWeakness or paralysis on one side of the bodyVision problemsSpeech problemsIf you are suffering any of these symptoms, particularly a headache that feels different from the ones you normally get, you should visit your GP.Source: NHS More