Andorra goalkeeper Jesus Owono has broken down following the death of opponent Jesus De Miguel, who died after a challenge during a Spanish second division match. De Miguel required medical attention after the incident and was taken to hospital, but his condition deteriorated, with his death confirmed on Tuesday morning.
Tenerife confirms tragic passing
CD Tenerife confirmed the news in a statement, saying: "Racked with pain, with a lump in our throats and unable to believe that this is true, from CD Tenerife we communicate the tragic passing, this Tuesday, November 3, 2026, at 8:00 a.m., of Jesús de Miguel Alameda."
The statement continued: "There are no words of comfort; there is absolutely nothing that can alleviate this feeling overflowing with sadness. We stand alongside his devastated family, alongside his loved ones, alongside all of tinerfeñismo that today weeps for this cruel outcome."
Owono visibly shaken
The family of Jesús de Miguel thanked each and every one of the expressions of support received, and likewise requested, from the heart, the utmost respect for their privacy in these terrible moments.
Reports in Spain from AS say that Owono was 'crying and praying' in the dressing room after the match. It's added that he was 'visibly shaken' throughout the journey back to Andorra.
There will be more to follow on this breaking news story, with further updates, pictures and video to come as soon as possible.
