Andorra goalkeeper Jesús Owono was reportedly “crying and praying” in the locker room after the final whistle of a Spanish second-division match, following the tragic death of his opponent, Jesús De Miguel. The two players were involved in a serious collision during the fixture, which left the Tenerife midfielder requiring urgent medical attention. Although De Miguel was rushed to the hospital immediately after the incident, his condition deteriorated rapidly, leading to his confirmed passing on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, at 8:00 a.m.
Emotional locker room scenes follow Tenerife star’s death following La Liga 2 clash.
CD Tenerife issued a devastating statement acknowledging the loss of De Miguel Alameda, describing the club as “racked with pain” and “unable to believe that this is true.” The club emphasized that there are “no words of comfort” to alleviate the overwhelming sadness felt by the organization. In their message, Tenerife expressed their solidarity with De Miguel’s devastated family and loved ones, while also appealing to the broader “tinerfeñismo” community to respect the family’s privacy during these terrible moments.
Spanish outlet AS detailed the emotional aftermath, noting that Owono remained visibly distressed in the changing room following the match. The incident has cast a somber shadow over the Spanish second division, highlighting the rare but severe dangers of high-impact collisions in professional soccer. As the football world mourns, the focus shifts to the profound impact on both clubs and the urgent need for privacy for the De Miguel family as they navigate this heartbreaking loss.
Source: Yahoo Sports
