Spanish football is in mourning. CD Tenerife striker Jesús de Miguel died on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, at the age of 30. The club confirmed the news after his condition worsened overnight.
The tragedy began on Monday afternoon during a LaLiga 2 match between Tenerife and FC Andorra. The game was nearing its end, and the score stood level at 2-2. Both teams had already received a red card. Then, in the seventh minute of stoppage time, a high ball sent De Miguel through on goal. Andorra goalkeeper Jesús Owono rushed out, and the two players collided.
De Miguel fell to the ground and did not get up. Medical staff reached him quickly, and reports say he suffered a cardiorespiratory arrest on the pitch. Doctors then took him to hospital. At first, his condition appeared to stabilise on Monday evening. However, Tenerife announced on Tuesday morning that it had worsened. Shortly afterwards, the striker died.
WATCH VIDEO: Jesús de Miguel Tenerife vs Andorra Collision
Chai 💔 and just like that he is no more 😞
This life has no guarantees my heart is broken https://t.co/drgVWtlgic
— KOMBO™ (@ultimate_kombo) November 3, 2026
The club responded with an emotional statement. Tenerife described itself as “torn apart by pain” and unable to believe the news was true. Moreover, the message captured the shock that has spread through the entire squad and its supporters.
The family also spoke publicly. They thanked everyone for the messages of support, and they asked for “the utmost respect for their privacy” during these terrible moments. In addition, Swiss outlet 20 Minuten reported that his wife and daughter watched the match from the stands. That detail has made the loss even harder for many fans to bear.
Tributes arrived quickly from across Spanish football. FC Andorra, LaLiga, Barcelona and Real Madrid all paid their respects. Likewise, players and supporters from many clubs shared messages of sympathy. The football community, often divided by rivalry, came together in grief.
Chai 💔 and just like that he is no more 😞
This life has no guarantees my heart is broken https://t.co/drgVWtlgic
— KOMBO™ (@ultimate_kombo) November 3, 2026
Meanwhile, authorities have started to look into what happened. Spain’s National Police are investigating the death. Catalan outlet Ara has also examined what consequences Owono could face, both legally and in sporting terms. However, officials have not announced any conclusions. Therefore, the full circumstances of the collision remain under review.
Many people will remember De Miguel for his work ethic. Ara described him as a goal-scoring workhorse who turned his dream into reality. Throughout his career, he earned respect for his effort and his instinct in front of goal. Consequently, his sudden death has shocked fans who watched him play only a day earlier.
Several details also make the timing especially painful. One report said he died on his birthday. Although outlets have focused on different aspects of the story, they all agree on one point: a routine league match ended in a loss no one expected.
Incidents like this remind the sport how fragile life can be. Clubs, leagues and medical teams constantly prepare for emergencies, yet nothing can fully ease the pain when tragedy strikes. Furthermore, this case will likely renew discussions about player safety and emergency response during matches.
For now, attention turns to the people who loved him. Teammates are grieving the loss of a colleague. Fans are gathering to honour a player who gave everything on the pitch. Above all, his family needs time and space to mourn.
As the investigation continues, more details should emerge from the club, the league and the authorities. Until then, Spanish football pauses to remember Jesús de Miguel, a 30-year-old striker gone far too soon.
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