Tenerife forward Jesus de Miguel, 30, has died following a cardiac arrest caused by an on-field collision during a Spanish second-division match, the club confirmed on Tuesday. The tragic incident occurred on Monday at the Estadio Heliodoro Rodríguez López, where de Miguel was challenging for the ball in the final minutes of a 2-2 draw against Andorra. He was struck in the chest by Andorra goalkeeper Jesús Owono, prompting an immediate halt to play in the 108th minute as medical staff rushed to the pitch.
Tenerife forward succumbs to injuries following late-game collision with Andorra goalkeeper
The match was suspended after the collision, and de Miguel was transported to a nearby hospital for emergency treatment. Despite the efforts of medical personnel, the Tenerife forward did not survive his injuries. The sudden death of the 30-year-old has cast a somber shadow over the Spanish football community, highlighting the rare but devastating risks associated with high-impact physical challenges in professional soccer.
In a statement released Tuesday, Tenerife expressed that the club was “heartbroken” by the loss of one of its key players. The incident has sparked renewed discussions about player safety protocols and the severity of chest impacts in competitive matches. As the Segunda División mourns, the focus remains on supporting de Miguel’s family and the wider club community during this difficult time.
Source: Yahoo Sports
