Tenerife Striker Jesús de Miguel Dies Aged 30 After On-Pitch Collision During Match

Spanish football is mourning the death of CD Tenerife striker Jesús de Miguel, who has died aged 30 after suffering a cardiac arrest following a collision with Andorra goalkeeper Jesús Owono during a Segunda División match.

CD Tenerife have announced the tragic death of their striker, Jesús de Miguel, following a serious on-pitch incident that occurred during Monday’s match against FC Andorra.

The 30-year-old was involved in a collision with Andorra goalkeeper Jesús Owono late in stoppage time, leaving him unconscious on the pitch. Medical personnel immediately attended to the forward before he was taken to hospital for emergency treatment.

The match was abandoned following the incident, which left players from both teams visibly distressed.

Despite initial hopes surrounding his condition, Tenerife confirmed on Tuesday that De Miguel had passed away at approximately 8am.

Tenerife Confirm De Miguel’s Death Following Hospital Treatment

Following the incident, Tenerife initially provided an update indicating that the striker was stable despite the seriousness of his condition.

He was receiving treatment in the intensive care unit at Hospital Universitario Nuestra Señora de Candelaria in Santa Cruz de Tenerife.

However, the club later reported a deterioration in his neurological condition during the early hours of Tuesday.

In an emotional statement announcing his passing, Tenerife expressed profound sadness and extended their support to his family, friends, teammates and everyone connected with the club.

The club also conveyed the family’s gratitude for the messages of sympathy and requested privacy as they navigate an extremely difficult period.

Andorra and Football Community Pay Tribute

The tragedy has prompted an outpouring of condolences from across Spanish football.

FC Andorra released a statement expressing sympathy for De Miguel’s family, teammates and everyone associated with Tenerife.

Goalkeeper Jesús Owono was involved in the collision, which resulted in him receiving a straight red card. According to the match report, he immediately went to De Miguel’s side following the incident.

The Spanish Footballers’ Association (AFE) also expressed its deep sorrow, remembering the striker as a member of the football community and extending condolences to his loved ones and Tenerife teammates.

Tributes from both clubs underline the impact of the tragedy beyond the result of a football match.

Who Was Jesús de Miguel? Remembering the Tenerife Striker

De Miguel began his professional football journey in 2015 with Leganés B before continuing his career through Spanish football.

He joined CD Tenerife in 2025 on a three-year contract and played an important role in the club’s promotion back to the Segunda División.

During the campaign highlighted in the report, he scored 11 goals in 29 appearances, contributing significantly to Tenerife’s promotion ambitions.

At just 30 years old, De Miguel’s career was still developing, making the news of his death particularly heartbreaking for those who followed his journey.

A Tragic Reminder That Football Is Bigger Than the Game

The circumstances surrounding De Miguel’s death have left the football community in mourning.

What began as a competitive match between Tenerife and Andorra ended in an unimaginable tragedy, with players, supporters and club officials confronted by the devastating news.

As tributes continue to emerge, the attention remains on De Miguel’s family, friends, teammates and everyone affected by his passing.

Jesús de Miguel will be remembered not only for his contribution to Tenerife’s promotion campaign but also as a footballer whose life and career ended far too soon.