Tenerife footballer Jesus de Miguel, 30, has died following a collision during a match against Andorra in Spain's second division on Monday, November 2. The club confirmed his passing on Tuesday morning, November 3.
Collision and Immediate Response
The incident occurred in the final moments of the LaLiga HyperMotion match. De Miguel collided with goalkeeper Jesus Owono as he attempted to bring down the ball around the halfway line. Owono was sent off for the challenge.
Following the collision, de Miguel lay motionless on the pitch for a few seconds. His teammates and opponents demanded medical attention after realising the severity of the situation. He was rushed to hospital, where his death was confirmed on Tuesday morning.
Club Statements and Tributes
Tenerife said in a statement: "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."
"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." The statement added: "The family of Jesús de Miguel thanks each and every one of the expressions of support received, and likewise requests, from the heart, the utmost respect for their privacy in these terrible moments."
Andorra, the opponents on the day, issued a similar statement, noting: "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."
Career and Match Details
De Miguel joined Tenerife at the start of last season and helped them secure promotion, scoring 11 goals in 29 games. This season, he had appeared only as a substitute, playing 81 minutes from 11 fixtures. He came on in the 59th minute with his team 2-0 up.
With the game tied at 2-2, each team had a player sent off in the closing stages. Owono was the third player dismissed as the match was abandoned deep into added time.
Real Madrid paid tribute, stating: "Real Madrid C. F., its president, and its Board of Directors deeply regret the passing of Jesús de Miguel, player of C. D. Tenerife." Barcelona added: "From FC Barcelona, we deeply regret the tragic news of the passing of Jesús de Miguel, CD Tenerife player. Our thoughts and support are with his family, friends and loved ones during these difficult times."
