Tenerife footballer dies after match collision

Jesús de Miguel, a 30-year-old striker for the Spanish club Tenerife, has passed away following a tragic collision on the football pitch. The incident occurred during a league match against Andorra on Monday. This game had originally been delayed by twenty-four hours because of heavy rain on the island. In the ninety-sixth minute, the forward chased a long ball and collided with the opposing goalkeeper, Jesús Owono. The impact caused the striker to lose consciousness immediately. The referee, Manuel Ángel Pérez Hernández, stopped the game as players requested urgent medical help.

Medical staff worked quickly to treat the player on the field. They managed to restore his pulse before taking him to the Hospital Universitario de Nuestra Señora de Candelaria. Although he was stable for a short time, his condition remained critical. The club later reported that his neurological state had worsened during the night. Sadly, the young footballer died at 8 am on Tuesday morning.

The news of his death has deeply affected the entire Spanish football community. Clubs from across the country, including giants like Barcelona and Real Madrid, have shared their condolences. Gerard Piqué, who owns Andorra, also posted a heartfelt message to express his sorrow. As a sign of respect, the Spanish football federation decided to postpone all matches that were supposed to take place on Tuesday. This cancellation affects various important competitions, including the Copa del Rey and the Copa de la Reina. Players and fans have united to mourn this sudden and cruel loss, offering support to his family and teammates during these difficult times.