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Ivorian striker Haller makes playing comeback three months after cancer surgery

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Ivory Coast international Sebastien Haller made his competitive return after testicular cancer in Borussia Dortmund's pulsating 4-3 Bundesliga victory over Augsburg on Sunday.

The 28-year-old forward was diagnosed with cancer shortly after moving from Ajax in July 2022, and his appearance as a substitute, replacing striker Youssoufa Moukoko, was his debut for Dortmund.

The former West Ham player, who was born in France in Ris-Orangis, underwent chemotherapy and surgery after a malignant tumour was discovered and required further surgery in November 2022.

His introduction in the 62nd-minute, with the game in the balance at 2-2, was met with a loud chorus of cheers at Signal Iduna Park.