Spanish football club CD Tenerife have announced the death of striker Jesus de Miguel, who suffered a cardiac arrest after colliding with FC Andorra goalkeeper Jesús Owono during a league match. He was 30.
De Miguel died on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, a day after the incident at Tenerife’s Estadio Heliodoro Rodríguez López left him unconscious on the pitch and prompted the referee to abandon the match.
The striker suffered a cardiorespiratory arrest and emergency responders resuscitated him while transporting him to the University Hospital of Nuestra Señora de Candelaria in Santa Cruz de Tenerife. Doctors initially described his condition as stable despite its severity, but his health later deteriorated. 
Tenerife confirmed his death in a statement, expressing deep sorrow over the loss of the player and extending its condolences to his family, friends and teammates.
Jesus de Miguel suffers cardiac arrest after collision
The incident happened in stoppage time during Tenerife’s Segunda División clash against FC Andorra on Monday, November 2.
With the score tied at 2-2, De Miguel chased a long ball towards the middle of the pitch as Owono rushed out of his penalty area to intercept it.
The goalkeeper, who had travelled some distance from his goal, collided with the Tenerife forward. Reports said Owono’s knee struck De Miguel’s chest during the challenge, leaving the striker motionless on the turf.
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Players from both sides immediately called for medical assistance. Medical personnel treated De Miguel on the pitch for several minutes before carrying him away on a stretcher and taking him to hospital by ambulance.
Owono received a straight red card for the challenge. However, he reportedly returned towards De Miguel after recognising the seriousness of the situation.
The referee eventually abandoned the match in the 108th minute, with both teams level at 2-2.
Doctors resuscitate Jesus de Miguel in ambulance
Following the collision, De Miguel suffered a cardiac arrest while emergency workers transported him to the University Hospital of Nuestra Señora de Candelaria. Medical personnel managed to resuscitate him during the journey, and he was admitted to the hospital’s intensive care unit.
Tenerife initially described his condition as stable despite the severity of his injuries. However, the club later reported a deterioration in his neurological condition.
The 30-year-old remained unconscious and died at approximately 8 a.m. on Tuesday, November 3.
In its announcement, Tenerife described the news as devastating and said no words could ease the pain felt by the club and those close to the player.
His family also requested privacy as they grieve.
Jesus de Miguel’s career at Tenerife
De Miguel joined Tenerife from Castellón in the summer of 2025 and helped the club secure promotion to Spain’s second division.
The Madrid-born forward began his professional career with Leganés’ reserve side in 2015 before playing for several clubs in Spain’s lower divisions.
His career also included spells with Unionistas de Salamanca and Castellón before he moved to Tenerife.
Reuters reported that De Miguel scored 11 goals during the previous season, contributing to Tenerife’s promotion campaign.
His death has prompted tributes from clubs, players and football organisations across Spain. FC Andorra also expressed condolences to his family, teammates and Tenerife.
Former Barcelona defender Gerard Piqué, who is Andorra’s majority shareholder, joined those mourning the striker, while Real Madrid, Barcelona and other clubs also paid tribute.
The Royal Spanish Football Federation postponed scheduled cup fixtures on Tuesday as a mark of respect following his death.
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