FC Andorra goalkeeper Jesús Owono has described the death of Tenerife striker Jesús de Miguel as one of the most difficult experiences of his life, expressing deep sorrow following their collision during a Spanish second-division match.
The Equatorial Guinea international made the remarks in an official statement released by his club on Wednesday, November 4, 2026.
De Miguel, 30, died on Tuesday after sustaining injuries in Monday’s match between Tenerife and FC Andorra.
Owono expresses grief over striker’s death
In the statement, Owono acknowledged the emotional toll of the incident and expressed condolences to the deceased player’s family.
“These are the hardest days of my life. I struggle to find the words,” he said.
The 25-year-old goalkeeper explained that he was finding it difficult to process the tragedy.
He expressed profound sadness over the loss of De Miguel and said his thoughts remained with the striker’s family, friends and loved ones.
Owono also acknowledged that questions surrounding the incident would need to be addressed.
However, he maintained that his immediate concern was the death of his fellow footballer and the grief surrounding the tragedy.
Andorra teammate defends goalkeeper
FC Andorra defender Lautaro Spatz also expressed support for Owono, describing him as deeply affected by the incident.
Spatz maintained that the goalkeeper would never deliberately harm another player.
According to him, accidents can occur during football matches, but nobody expects such incidents to result in the loss of a life.
The Equatorial Guinea Football Federation also expressed solidarity with Owono.
Its president, Venancio Tomas Micha, acknowledged the goalkeeper’s distress and offered the federation’s support.
Spanish police investigate fatal collision
The collision occurred when Owono rushed out of his penalty area to clear an aerial ball and collided with De Miguel.
The Tenerife striker subsequently suffered a cardiac arrest and was taken to hospital, where he died the following day.
Spanish police have opened an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident under judicial supervision.
No criminal responsibility has been established.
Spanish clubs postpone matches
Following De Miguel’s death, scheduled league matches involving Tenerife and Andorra were postponed.
The Spanish Football Federation also postponed Copa del Rey and Copa de la Reina fixtures as a mark of respect.
Tenerife announced a six-day mourning period and plans to honour the late striker at its stadium.
A minute of silence was observed before Champions League matches on Tuesday, while further tributes are expected throughout the week.
De Miguel’s funeral is scheduled to take place in Navahermosa, in the province of Toledo.
