Tenerife Striker Jesús de Miguel Dies After On-Pitch Collision in Segunda División Match

Tenerife footballer Jesús de Miguel has tragically died at the age of 30 following a serious on-pitch collision during a Segunda División match against Andorra. The forward suffered a cardiorespiratory arrest after being struck in the chest while challenging for the ball and was taken to intensive care, where he later passed away.

The incident took place in the final moments of the game, which had been delayed by 24 hours due to adverse weather conditions on the island. With the score level at 2-2 in the 96th minute, a long ball was played up the field. De Miguel chased the ball into open space when Andorra’s goalkeeper Jesús Owono advanced far from his goal and collided forcefully with the Tenerife striker near the centre circle.

Owono was immediately shown a red card following the collision. De Miguel was rendered unconscious on the pitch, prompting urgent medical attention as players from both teams called for assistance. He was swiftly taken to hospital but did not regain consciousness after suffering cardiac arrest.

This heartbreaking event has sent shockwaves through the Segunda División and wider football community, with Tenerife and their supporters mourning the loss of a talented forward. De Miguel’s death is a rare and devastating reminder of the risks players face on the field.

For Tenerife, the focus now turns to supporting the team, staff, and fans during this difficult time. The club will need to cope with the emotional impact of losing a key player in the middle of the season, which could affect their performances and morale going forward.

Looking ahead, Tenerife’s next fixture will be closely watched as they attempt to regroup after this tragedy. The incident also highlights the importance of medical readiness and player safety protocols in football matches at all levels.

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