Tenerife striker Jesus de Miguel has died after a collision during Monday evening's match against Andorra. The 30-year-old suffered head and chest injuries following a challenge with Andorra goalkeeper Jesus Owono, who was sent off for the incident near the halfway line.
Owono had run from his goal to clear a long ball when his knee collided with De Miguel, who was motionless on the pitch after the impact. The referee immediately showed Owono a red card before the match was abandoned.
Medical Updates and Confirmation
An initial statement from Tenerife on Monday night said that De Miguel was 'stable' in hospital. However, a second update from the Spanish club in the early hours of Tuesday morning said that De Miguel's 'medical condition has worsened neurologically'.
Later on Tuesday morning, Tenerife announced that De Miguel had died.
Club Statement and Family Request
Tenerife's statement said: 'Heartbroken, with a lump in our throats and unable to believe this is true, CD Tenerife announces the tragic death, 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 lessen this overwhelming sadness. We stand with his grieving family, with his loved ones, with all of Tenerife who mourn this cruel loss today.
'The family of Jesús de Miguel is grateful for each and every expression of support received, and also requests, from the bottom of their hearts, the utmost respect for their privacy during these terrible times.'
