Spanish football club CD Tenerife announced the death of forward Jesús de Miguel Alameda on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, following a severe collision during a Segunda Division match against FC Andorra. The 30-year-old passed away at 8:00 a.m. local time after his health deteriorated in the hospital.
Fatal Match Collision
The incident occurred during Monday’s fixture when De Miguel collided with Andorra goalkeeper Jesús Owono while chasing a long pass. Medical personnel and players on the pitch raised immediate concern, prompting officials to abandon the match while De Miguel was transported to the hospital. Owono received a red card for the challenge, though players from both sides immediately focused on assisting the injured forward.
Although preliminary medical updates described De Miguel’s state as “serious but stable,” his condition worsened overnight before his death was announced the following morning.
In an official statement, CD Tenerife expressed deep grief over the loss of their player. “Racked with pain, with a lump in our throats and unable to believe that this is true, CD Tenerife communicates the tragic passing, this Tuesday, November 3, 2026, at 8:00 a.m., of Jesús de Miguel Alameda,” the club stated. The club added that De Miguel’s family offered thanks for the support received and requested privacy.
Tributes Across Spanish Football
Opponents FC Andorra also expressed devastation over the passing of De Miguel. “With broken hearts and devastation, we want to send our most sincere condolences to the family of Jesús de Miguel, to all his team-mates, friends, and to CD Tenerife. Rest in peace,” Andorra stated.
Messages of condolence have poured in from across the sport, with major Spanish clubs including Real Madrid and Barcelona expressing their sympathies to De Miguel’s family and CD Tenerife.
