Tenerife striker Jesús de Miguel dies after on-field collision, police launch investigation
Jesús de Miguel, 30, died following a collision with Andorra goalkeeper Jesús Owono during a match, prompting a police inquiry into possible involuntary manslaughter.
Tenerife announced on Tuesday that striker Jesús de Miguel, 30, died after a collision with Andorra goalkeeper Jesús Owono in the closing seconds of their match on Monday. The incident occurred around midfield and led to the game being halted while de Miguel was taken to hospital. Initial reports said he was stable, but his condition later worsened neurologically, and he was pronounced dead at 8:00 a.m. on November 3, 2026.
Spanish police have opened an investigation into the incident, considering a possible involuntary manslaughter charge, according to ABC News. Owono received a red card for the collision and faces a suspension.
The Royal Spanish Football Federation said all matches would be suspended on Tuesday. Both the Andorran football association and clubs including Real Madrid and FC Barcelona issued statements expressing condolences to de Miguel’s family. Lionel Messi also posted a tribute on social media.
De Miguel began his senior career in 2015, playing for eight clubs before joining Tenerife on a three-year contract in 2025, where he scored 11 goals in 34 appearances.