Tragic Passing of Spanish Footballer Jesus de Miguel at 30
Devastating Loss for CD Tenerife
Jesus de Miguel, a 30-year-old footballer from Spain who played for CD Tenerife, sadly passed away on November 3 after suffering a serious injury during a LaLiga Hypermotion match.
The club confirmed the heartbreaking news in an official statement, revealing that de Miguel succumbed to a cardiorespiratory arrest at 8:00 AM local time, a result of a severe impact sustained during the game.
In their statement, CD Tenerife expressed their profound sorrow, stating, "With heavy hearts and disbelief, we announce the tragic passing of Jesus de Miguel Alameda."
They further added, "Words cannot express the depth of our grief; nothing can ease this overwhelming sadness. We stand in solidarity with his grieving family, friends, and all supporters of Tenerife who mourn this tragic loss."
Details of the Incident
The unfortunate incident occurred during a match between CD Tenerife and FC Andorra at the Estadio Heliodoro Rodríguez López on November 2.
As the game was tied at 2-2, de Miguel was pursuing the ball when FC Andorra's goalkeeper, Jesus Owono, rushed out of the penalty area to clear it. Unfortunately, his attempt resulted in a catastrophic collision.
Owono's knee struck de Miguel's chest and head, causing him to collapse on the field, unresponsive.
Realizing the gravity of the situation, players from both teams quickly called for medical assistance as they witnessed the distressing scene unfold. The match was subsequently abandoned, and Owono received a red card.
Emergency Response and Aftermath
Following the incident, de Miguel was transported to the intensive care unit at Nuestra Señora de Candelaria University Hospital. Initially reported to be stable, his condition worsened overnight due to severe neurological complications.
The news of his passing sent shockwaves throughout the football community, eliciting an outpouring of grief and tributes from players, clubs, and fans around the globe.
Remembering Jesus de Miguel
Though not widely recognized, Jesus de Miguel was a determined striker who worked tirelessly to achieve his professional dreams.
Born on September 21, 1996, he began his career with Leganes B and played for various clubs, including Fuenlabrada and Unionistas de Salamanca. His breakout season came in 2023-24 when he scored 16 goals, earning him the title of top scorer in Group Two of the Primera Federacion.
His impressive performance led to Castellon's promotion, and he was honored with the RFEF Best Player award. In August 2024, he made his debut in the Segunda Division and signed a three-year contract with CD Tenerife in July of the previous year.
De Miguel quickly became a key player for the team, netting 11 goals to help secure their return to LaLiga Hypermotion. His untimely death has left a significant void in the hearts of many within the football community.