Jesús de Miguel Dies at 30 as Spanish Football Mourns

Spanish Football is mourning the death of CD Tenerife forward Jesús de Miguel Alameda, who died aged 30 after suffering a cardiac arrest following an on-field collision with FC Andorra goalkeeper Jesús Owono during a LaLiga 2 match on Monday. Tenerife confirmed the striker’s death on Tuesday morning, 3 November 2026, prompting tributes from clubs, football authorities and players across Spain and Europe.

De Miguel was taken to hospital after the collision and admitted to intensive care. Despite receiving emergency medical treatment, his condition deteriorated overnight. His death has led to the postponement of several Spanish football fixtures and a moment of silence before UEFA competition matches this week.

Jesús de Miguel dies after collision with FC Andorra goalkeeper

The incident occurred in the seventh minute of stoppage time during Tenerife’s match against FC Andorra. With the score level at 2-2, De Miguel was attempting to reach a loose ball when Owono rushed out of his penalty area and advanced towards midfield to challenge for it.

The two players collided heavily, with the impact leaving the Tenerife forward seriously injured. De Miguel suffered a cardiac arrest and required immediate medical attention. The match was suspended while medical staff treated him on the pitch before he was taken to hospital by ambulance.

Owono was shown a straight red card for the challenge. According to the referee’s explanation, the goalkeeper had made a sudden, high-kicking tackle on an opponent using excessive force while the ball was in play.

After receiving the red card, Owono initially began walking off the field. However, he turned around and joined the other players who had rushed towards De Miguel to check on his condition. The incident left footballers from both teams visibly distressed.

CD Tenerife confirm the death of Jesús de Miguel

On Monday night, Tenerife reported that De Miguel was in a stable condition, considering the seriousness of his injuries. However, the club issued another update early Tuesday morning, confirming that his neurological condition had deteriorated.

Shortly afterwards, CD Tenerife announced that the striker had died at 8:00 a.m. on 3 November 2026. The club shared an emotional statement expressing its grief and offering support to his family and loved ones.

“Broken with pain, with a lump in our throat and unable to believe that this is true, from CD Tenerife we announce the tragic passing of Jesús de Miguel Alameda this Tuesday, November 3, 2026, at 8:00 a.m.”

The club added that the loss had left the Tenerife football community devastated and that there were no words capable of easing the family’s suffering.

“There are no words of comfort; there is absolutely nothing that can ease this profound sense of sadness. We stand with his devastated family, with his loved ones, and with the entire Tenerife football community, who today mourn this cruel turn of events.”

Tenerife also shared the family’s request for privacy during the difficult period.

“The family of Jesús de Miguel would like to thank everyone for their expressions of support and, from the bottom of their hearts, ask that their privacy be respected at this terrible time.”

Barcelona, Real Madrid and LaLiga pay tribute

Tributes began arriving from across Spanish football after Tenerife confirmed De Miguel’s death. FC Barcelona expressed its sadness and sent condolences to the player’s family, friends and loved ones.

“From FC Barcelona, we deeply regret the tragic news of the passing of CD Tenerife player Jesús de Miguel.

“Our thoughts and support are with his family, friends and loved ones during these difficult times.”

LaLiga president Javier Tebas also shared a message of condolence, describing the death as an irreparable loss for the football community.

“I am deeply saddened by the death of Jesús de Miguel Alameda, a player for CD Tenerife. Today, we all share the terrible pain of an irreparable loss.

“My deepest condolences to his family, loved ones, teammates and the whole club. All my love and support during this very difficult time. May he rest in peace.”

Real Madrid also issued a statement expressing its condolences and affection for De Miguel’s family, teammates, club and loved ones. The messages reflected the widespread sadness following the news of the young forward’s death.

FC Andorra and former club Castellón express condolences

FC Andorra, whose goalkeeper was involved in the collision, released a statement expressing its sorrow and offering its condolences to everyone affected by the tragedy.

“With heavy hearts and devastated, we would like to send our most sincere condolences to the family of Jesús de Miguel, to all his colleagues and friends, and to CD Tenerife.”

De Miguel’s former club, CD Castellón, also paid tribute to the striker. The club remembered his contribution, his connection with supporters and the pride with which he represented the team.

“With a broken heart and no possible consolation, Club Deportivo Castellón bids farewell to Jesús De Miguel. It is hard to find the words when reality strikes in such an unfair way.

“He wore this jersey with pride, celebrated goals with our supporters at SkyFi Castalia, and became part of a history that our fans will never forget.”

Castellón extended its sympathy to De Miguel’s family and loved ones and expressed solidarity with Tenerife and its supporters.

“You will always be one of us, Demi. Rest in peace.”

Espanyol postpone Eder Sarabia’s presentation

The impact of De Miguel’s death was also felt beyond the clubs directly involved in Monday’s match. RCD Espanyol announced that it had postponed the presentation of its new head coach, Eder Sarabia, following the tragic news.

The club confirmed that the event would now take place on Wednesday at the same time and at the Auditorium. Espanyol also shared its condolences with De Miguel’s family, friends and everyone at CD Tenerife.

The decision reflected the wider sense of mourning across Spanish football, with clubs adjusting their schedules to show respect for the player and those closest to him.

Spanish Football Federation suspends Tuesday fixtures

Following confirmation of De Miguel’s death, the Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) announced the postponement of football activity scheduled for Tuesday, 3 November. The decision included two Copa del Rey matches and fixtures from the Copa de la Reina.

In its statement, the federation said the postponements were made as a mark of respect and solidarity following the death of the Tenerife player.

“Following the confirmation of the death of Jesús de Miguel, a player for CD Tenerife, and as a mark of respect and solidarity, the Spanish Football Federation [RFEF] announces the postponement of the matches scheduled for Tuesday, 3 November, corresponding to the first and third rounds of the Copa del Rey and the Copa de la Reina, respectively.”

The RFEF also confirmed that the official presentation of Spain’s Under-21 match against Japan, which was scheduled to take place in Almendralejo, had been cancelled.

The federation said it would provide further information about the revised tournament schedule and the new dates and kick-off times for the postponed matches in the coming days.

It also extended its condolences to De Miguel’s family, friends, loved ones, CD Tenerife and the club’s supporters, saying the Spanish football community stood united in grief.

UEFA announces moments of silence before matches

UEFA president Aleksander Ceferin joined the football community in mourning De Miguel’s death. Ceferin said the governing body was heartbroken by the news and that its thoughts were with the player’s family, teammates and everyone associated with Tenerife.

“We are heartbroken by the death of Jesús de Miguel Alameda.

“We have searched for words and found only silence. In that silence, our hearts and thoughts are with his family, his team-mates, everyone at Tenerife, and all those who mourn this tragic loss.”

UEFA also announced that all its competition matches scheduled for the week would begin with a moment of silence in tribute to the late forward. The gesture will allow players, supporters and officials across European football to remember De Miguel.

Jesús de Miguel’s career at CD Tenerife

De Miguel joined CD Tenerife in the summer of 2025 and became part of the squad during an important period for the Canary Islands club. The striker helped Tenerife secure promotion to the second division last season, contributing to the team’s progress.

Before moving to Tenerife, he represented CD Castellón, where he developed his reputation in Spanish football. His performances and contributions at club level made him a familiar name among supporters of the teams he represented.

His death at the age of 30 has brought a sudden end to his playing career and left teammates, former clubs and supporters grieving. The tributes from Tenerife, Castellón, FC Andorra, Barcelona, Real Madrid, LaLiga, the RFEF and UEFA underline the scale of the loss felt across the football community.

For now, the focus remains on supporting De Miguel’s family and respecting their request for privacy. As Spanish and European football pay tribute, the Tenerife forward is being remembered by the clubs and people whose lives he touched during his career.