Jesús Owono Suspended for 12 Matches Following Fatal Collision with Jesús de Miguel

FC Andorra goalkeeper Jesús Owono has been suspended for 12 matches by the Spanish football federation’s disciplinary committee following a challenge that tragically resulted in the death of Tenerife striker Jesús de Miguel.

The incident took place during a Segunda División fixture on 2 November. Owono, an Equatorial Guinea international, rushed into midfield in an attempt to clear an aerial ball but collided with 30-year-old Jesús de Miguel, who was playing for Tenerife. The collision was severe enough that Owono was immediately shown a red card for the challenge.

After the collision, De Miguel was rushed to hospital and placed in intensive care. Despite medical efforts, he sadly passed away the following day, 3 November. The football community has since been deeply affected by the tragic loss of the Spanish forward, with Owono expressing profound sorrow and stating that he feels immense pain over the incident.

The disciplinary committee’s decision to impose a 12-match ban on Owono highlights the seriousness of the incident and its unfortunate outcome. This suspension will have a significant impact on FC Andorra’s squad, as they will be without their first-choice goalkeeper for a substantial period during the Segunda División campaign.

For Owono, the ban represents a difficult chapter in his career, not only due to the suspension itself but also because of the emotional burden carried from the tragic event. FC Andorra must now rely on their backup goalkeepers as they navigate the remainder of the season without him.

Looking forward, FC Andorra faces the challenge of maintaining their competitive form in the league amid the absence of their key goalkeeper. Meanwhile, Tenerife and the broader football community continue to mourn the loss of Jesús de Miguel. The upcoming matches for both clubs will likely be charged with emotion as they cope with the aftermath of this heartbreaking incident.

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