Andorra goalkeeper Jesús Owono has issued a heartfelt statement expressing profound grief following the death of CD Tenerife midfielder Jesús de Miguel. The 25-year-old Equatorial Guinea international described the past 48 hours as the “hardest days of my life,” admitting that he struggles to comprehend the tragic outcome of their collision during Monday’s Spanish second-division match. De Miguel suffered a cardiac arrest on the pitch immediately after the incident and passed away on Tuesday, leaving the football world in shock.
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The incident occurred when Owono committed a brutal foul on De Miguel, resulting in an immediate red card for the keeper. While police have opened an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the fatal collision, Spanish prosecutors have indicated that building a criminal case is unlikely at this stage. Owono acknowledged the ongoing inquiries in his statement, stating that many questions remain unanswered but vowed to face all future proceedings “with the utmost respect,” demonstrating a commitment to transparency and dignity during this crisis.
This tragedy casts a long shadow over the La Liga 2 season, highlighting the severe physical risks inherent in high-intensity football. De Miguel’s death has sparked widespread mourning across the Spanish football community, with clubs and players offering condolences. For Owono, the focus remains solely on honoring the memory of his late teammate, as he navigates a period of intense personal and professional scrutiny while processing the loss of a fellow professional.
Source: Yahoo Sports
