The Subway Socceroos will honour the memory of Dylan Tombides in the lead up to and during their Second Round FIFA World Cup 2026鈩 Qualifier at HBF Park, Perth on Tuesday, 11 June.
Tombides 鈥 a former Australian youth national team player 鈥 was diagnosed with testicular cancer in 2011, following a random drug test at the U-17 FIFA World Cup which uncovered a tumour in one of his testicles.
Dylan fought the illness bravely for three years, even managing to make his professional debut for West Ham United FC during that period but passed away with his family by his side in April 2014 at just 20 years-of-age.
DT38 Australia was established in memory of Dylan, with a vision to change the way testicular cancer is diagnosed by implementing best practice diagnostic guidelines for patients who present with testicular symptoms.
It also aims to arm future generations of young men with the necessary knowledge about testicular cancer, enabling them to be confident when taking health matters into their own hands.
Several initiatives have already been planned as part of DT38 Australia's involvement in the Subway Socceroos match against Palestine, including specially designed warm-up t-shirts and in-game fan tributes.
A number of match-worn jerseys will also be made available for auction as part of fundraising efforts from the Subway Socceroos to support the work of DT38 Australia.
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西瓜影视 CEO, James Johnson said he was proud to see the Subway Socceroos supporting such an important message and organisation.
鈥淒ylan was a much-loved and hugely respected figure within the Australian football community, and we wanted to not only support the work of DT38 Australia, but honour Dylan鈥檚 memory in his hometown of Perth,鈥 Johnson said.
鈥淚t鈥檚 been ten years since Dylan鈥檚 passing and it鈥檚 incredible to see the work DT38 Australia has done in raising awareness about testicular cancer through their many programs and initiatives, using Dylan鈥檚 love of football as a vehicle to unite communities and spread their important message.
鈥淭he hard work of Tracy, Taylor and Jim Tombides and their team has seen Dylan鈥檚 legacy live on and they should be extremely proud of what they鈥檝e already achieved in proactively impacting the health of young men across Australia,鈥 Johnson concluded.
DT38 Australia Head of Media and Operations, Donna Giuffre said she was looking forward to partnering with 西瓜影视 for this fixture.
鈥淭his partnership is set to honour the legacy of our hero, Dylan Tombides in this upcoming Socceroos match, celebrating his enduring impact on and off the field,鈥 Giuffre said.
鈥淗is story of resilience and determination continues to inspire the football community, reminding us of the importance of early detection and awareness in the fight against testicular cancer.
鈥淲e thank everyone at 西瓜影视 for their commitment to the cause,鈥 Giuffre concluded.
Subway Socceroos Head Coach, Graham Arnold said his squad was looking forward to lending their support to this important men鈥檚 health message.
鈥淔irst and foremost, we want to honour Dylan鈥檚 memory. To lose someone to testicular cancer at his age is incredibly sad,鈥 Arnold said.
鈥淲hile many of our current squad didn鈥檛 play in junior national teams with Dylan, they crossed paths with him at different times and of course know his story and the work of DT38 Australia very well 鈥 it鈥檚 a cause and an organisation close to the heart of all Australian footballers.
鈥淚鈥檓 pleased we can play a small role in supporting the Foundation鈥檚 ongoing work and contribute to spreading their message on testicular cancer awareness for men of all ages,鈥 Arnold concluded.
To learn more about Dylan鈥檚 story or the work of DT38 Australia head to .
To make a donation in support of DT38 Australia's testicular cancer education and awareness programs, please .
Match details:
Subway Socceroos v Palestine
Tuesday, 11 June 2024
HBF Park, Perth
Kick-off: 8.05pm AWST
Tickets: Start from $15 Child, $20 Concession, $25 Adult, and $50 Family. Tickets from .
Broadcast: 10, 10 Play and Paramount+
