Former Rochdale midfielder Thompson dies at 36

Former Rochdale midfielder Joe Thompson has died at 36 after a battle with stage four lymphoma, which he was diagnosed with for the third time in April last year. Thompson, who had three spells with Rochdale and retired five years ago, passed away peacefully at home with his family by his side. The club expressed their devastation and highlighted his talent, loving personality, and indomitable spirit, noting he was a cherished husband and father, and their thoughts are with his family and friends during this sad time.

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