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Andorra Keeper Jesus Owono Shattered After Tenerife’s Jesus de Miguel Dies Following On-Field Collision

Jesus Owono, Andorra's goalkeeper, was visibly shaken after the heartbreaking passing of Tenerife striker Jesus de Miguel. The 30-year-old attacker died on Tuesday morning due to severe injuries sustained in a collision with Owono during a Spanish Segunda Division match.

Details of the Incident in the Spanish Second Division

During the closing moments of Monday’s match, Owono rushed out from his penalty area and collided forcefully with De Miguel. The incident led to a red card for the 25-year-old keeper. De Miguel remained motionless on the pitch as medical staff rushed to treat him for serious head and chest trauma before transferring him to intensive care.

Despite efforts to revive him after a cardiac arrest on the field, De Miguel’s condition deteriorated overnight, resulting in his death the following morning. The game was abandoned with a 2-2 scoreline.

Clubs Express Deep Condolences

Tenerife announced the devastating news, expressing deep sorrow and asking for privacy for De Miguel’s family. Their official statement read:

"Racked with pain, with a lump in our throats and unable to believe this is true, CD Tenerife communicates the tragic passing of Jesus de Miguel Alameda. No words can comfort or lessen this overwhelming sadness."

Andorra shared their grief, saying:

"With broken hearts and devastated, we send our sincere condolences to Jesus de Miguel’s family, teammates, friends, and CD Tenerife."

Owono Faces Emotional Struggles and Backlash

Spanish outlet AS reported that Owono was emotionally shattered, seen crying and praying in the dressing room after the incident. An insider close to the Equatorial Guinea international defended his nature, stating he is caring and kind with no harmful intent.

Andorra emphasized that the challenge was not malicious. Still, Owono has suffered heavy online abuse and deleted his Instagram account. He had planned to privately contact De Miguel’s family to offer support, but the striker’s death changed those plans completely.

Impact on Upcoming Matches and Suspension

The tragedy has cast a shadow over both teams. Owono, who joined Andorra permanently this summer after a loan from Alaves, will face suspension because of his red card despite his emotional state.

Andorra are set to play Mallorca this Sunday, but it remains unclear if the squad will be ready given the emotional strain on Owono, his teammates, and Tenerife’s players. The response from Spanish football authorities regarding upcoming fixtures is still uncertain.

Related Players and Teams

  • J. Owono
  • J. de Miguel
  • Tenerife
  • FC Andorra
  • Segunda Division
  • LaLiga

Upcoming Fixtures

  • Copa del Rey - 04 Nov 2026, 22:00, Tenerife vs Andorra
  • Segunda Division - 08 Nov 2026, 15:00, Mallorca (MLL) match

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