Tragedy: Tenerife striker Jesus de Miguel dies after on-field collision

Spanish football has been thrown into mourning following the death of Tenerife striker, Jesus de Miguel.

The 30-year-old suffered a cardiac arrest after colliding with goalkeeper Jesus Owono while challenging for a loose ball during the closing stages of Monday’s match against FC Andorra.

The match was subsequently suspended following the incident.

Football transfer expert, Fabrizio Romano, confirmed the player’s death in a post on X on Tuesday.

“Terrible news from Spain: Tenerife player Jesus de Miguel has sadly passed away,” Romano wrote.

“The striker could not overcome the serious consequences of the incident suffered during the match against FC Andorra.”