Tenerife Forward Jesús de Miguel Passes Away at 30

The football community is in mourning following the tragic death of CD Tenerife striker Jesús de Miguel, who passed away at the age of 30. The club officially confirmed that the forward died at 8:00 a.m. on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, at the Hospital Universitario Nuestra Señora de Candelaria, where he had been receiving intensive care.

The fatal incident occurred during a Spanish second-division match against FC Andorra at the Heliodoro Rodríguez López stadium. In the final stages of the game, De Miguel was involved in a violent collision with Andorra goalkeeper Jesús Owono while both players were contesting a loose ball. The impact left the striker unconscious on the pitch, necessitating immediate medical intervention.

Emergency responders performed life-saving measures on the field, including resuscitation efforts after the player suffered a cardiac arrest. Following the incident, the match was permanently suspended in the 108th minute as medical teams rushed the athlete to the hospital. Despite initial efforts to stabilize him, the club reported a severe neurological decline in the hours leading up to his death.

In a heartfelt statement, CD Tenerife expressed their profound grief, noting that they are "broken with pain" and struggling to process the loss. The club has extended its deepest condolences to the player's family and loved ones, while also requesting that the public respect their privacy during this incredibly difficult time.

Messages of support have poured in from across the Spanish football landscape, with various clubs and organizations offering their sympathies. The tragic event has left the sport in a state of shock, as fans and teammates alike honor the memory of the Madrid-born forward who had previously played for clubs such as Unionistas CF and CD Castellón.