CD Tenerife confirmed the death of 30-year-old striker Jesús de Miguel on Tuesday following a catastrophic on-pitch incident during Monday’s La Liga 2 match against Andorra. The collision occurred in the closing seconds of the game when de Miguel engaged in a violent clash with Andorra goalkeeper Jesús Owono near the center circle. The impact was severe enough to immediately halt play, with de Miguel collapsing to the grass, initially on his head and knees before turning onto his back and becoming motionless.
Tragic end to Andorra match as 30-year-old succumbs to injuries from brutal midfield clash
The immediate aftermath saw Owono receive a red card and begin walking off the field, only to stop and return to check on his opponent after realizing the gravity of the situation. Teammates and officials rushed to de Miguel’s aid, prompting a full medical response that resulted in his transfer to a local hospital. While Tenerife’s initial post-match statement described the striker as “stable despite the severity of his condition,” the club later reported a significant deterioration, noting that his condition had “worsened neurologically” before his death was announced the following morning.
This tragedy casts a somber shadow over Spanish football, highlighting the rare but devastating risks of high-impact collisions in professional sport. De Miguel’s passing has prompted an outpouring of grief from the football community, with the club issuing a statement that read, “Racked with pain, with a lump in our throats and unable to believe that this is true.” As investigations into the incident continue, the focus remains on the profound loss to the sport and the immediate support for de Miguel’s family and the Tenerife squad.
Source: Yahoo Sports
