Tenerife striker Jesus de Miguel, who suffered injuries in an on-pitch collision during Monday's match, died a day after he was admitted to hospital. De Miguel was initially treated on the pitch after he suffered a cardiac arrest following a clash late in extra time with Andorra goalkeeper Jesus Owono before he was taken to hospital.
The match was cancelled following the collision. The Spanish club had earlier reported that he was "stable, despite the severity of his condition" in the intensive care unit of Hospital Universitario de Nuestra Senora de Candelaria in Santa Cruz.
The club confirmed his death after his neurological condition had worsened in the early hours of Tuesday, November 3, 2026. The Spanish second division club issued a statement saying he had passed away at 8 a.m. on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, adding, "Heartbroken, with a lump in our throats and unable to believe this is true, we at CD Tenerife announce the tragic passing of Jesus de Miguel Alameda."
The score was 2-2 at the time of the incident. De Miguel was played through on goal, with keeper Owono rushing out and colliding with him, striking his chest.
Owono was awarded a straight red card for the challenge and dashed to his side immediately, with De Miguel appearing motionless on the pitch. De Miguel debuted his professional soccer career in 2015 for Leganes B.
He inked a three-year deal with Tenerife in 2025 and contributed significantly to the club, helping them move up to a higher division: Segunda Division, where he scored 11 goals in 29 games. The footballing world has expressed deep shock and condolences over the untimely demise of the young striker.
Fans and fellow players have gathered outside the stadium to pay their respects, lighting candles and leaving jerseys in his memory. The Spanish Football Federation is expected to hold a moment of silence across all matches this weekend to honor the memory of the late striker.
Investigations into the safety protocols during the match are also being discussed by the league authorities. Tenerife officials have stated that they will provide full support to the family of the deceased during this difficult time.
The club has also announced that they will retire the jersey number worn by De Miguel as a tribute to his contributions. This tragic incident has reignited debates regarding the medical preparedness and emergency response times on football pitches during high-intensity matches.
Experts suggest that immediate access to advanced life support systems is crucial in such scenarios. As the club and the fans mourn, the legacy of Jesus de Miguel as a dedicated athlete and a rising star in Spanish football will be remembered by all who followed his journey from Leganes B to the heights of the Segunda Division.