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Heart transplant patient Martyn Jackson scores in England's World Cup win

Heart transplant patient Martyn Jackson scores in England's World Cup win

Martyn Jackson, who underwent a heart transplant on 28 November 2024, contributed a goal for England as they defeated Spain 5-1. His team won the Transplant Football World Cup final in September 2026, with all players being organ recipients. Jackson played non-league football before his illness and was added to the national transplant team in January 2026.

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