Spanish soccer player dies following on-field collision

A Spanish soccer player has died following an on-field collision during a match between FC Andorra and CD Tenerife in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain.

The Incident

According to reports, the collision occurred in the seventh minute of stoppage time on Monday, Nov. 2, 2026. CD Tenerife forward Jesús de Miguel collided with FC Andorra goalkeeper Jesús Owono as both players went after a loose ball near midfield.

Reports stated De Miguel suffered head and chest injuries during the collision, which resulted in cardiac arrest. He was resuscitated before being taken to a hospital in intensive care. The following morning, CD Tenerife announced the 30-year-old’s death.

"From CD Tenerife we announce the tragic passing of Jesús de Miguel Alameda this Tuesday, November 3, 2026, at 8:00 a.m.," the club said in a statement.

Investigation and Responses

Spanish police have opened an investigation for possible involuntary manslaughter.

FC Andorra defended their player, stating he did not intend to hurt De Miguel when rushing out for the ball. The club released a statement saying, "With broken hearts and devastated, we want to send our deepest condolences to the family of Jesús de Miguel, all his teammates, friends, and CD Tenerife. Rest in peace."

Following the incident, the Spanish Football Federation ruled that all other matches scheduled for Tuesday would be pushed back. The match between FC Andorra and CD Tenerife was postponed at a 2-2 score.

Impact on Player

Following the match, FC Andorra reported that goalkeeper Jesús Owono was "crying and praying" and "visibly shaken" in the locker room. Owono was given a red card for the play.

Owono has since deactivated his Instagram account following online abuse. A source close to the goalie described him as a "caring" and "very kind" person with "no malice."

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Sources

• bbc.com: Stonehaven train derailment could have been avoided if drain built correctly - sheriff
• independent.co.uk: Fatal derailment ‘will feel like yesterday’ to those affected, says union boss | The Independent
• nypost.com: Goalie was 'visibly shaken' after violent collision killed opponent in Spain

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