Andorra goalkeeper Jesus Owono was involved in the challenge with Tenerife's Jesus De Miguel

Andorra goalkeeper Jesus Owono has 'broken down' following the death of opponent Jesus De Miguel. The two players were involved in a challenge during a match in the Spanish second division, leaving De Miguel requiring medical attention.

He was taken to hospital, but his condition deteriorated, with his tragic death confirmed on Tuesday morning. In a statement, Tenerife confirmed: "Racked with pain, with a lump in our throats and unable to believe that this is true, from CD Tenerife we communicate the tragic passing, this Tuesday, November 3, 2026, at 8:00 a.m., of Jesús de Miguel Alameda.

"There are no words of comfort; there is absolutely nothing that can alleviate this feeling overflowing with sadness. We stand alongside his devastated family, alongside his loved ones, alongside all of tinerfeñismo that today weeps for this cruel outcome.

"The family of Jesús de Miguel thanks each and every one of the expressions of support received, and likewise requests, from the heart, the utmost respect for their privacy in these terrible moments."

Reports in Spain from AS say that Pwono was 'crying and praying' in the dressing room after the match. It's added that he was 'visibly shaken' throughout the journey back to Andorra.

He has since deleted his Instagram account after reportedly being flooded with messages of abuse. It's stated that Owono's intention was to contact De Miguel and his family to apologise and offer his support before making any public statement, but the 30-year-old's death has changed the situation.

The club have confirmed that the collision was unintentional, with Owono not intending to hurt his opponent. Video footage shows the goalkeeper turning to check on the player while others turned away, clearly in distress.

Reports in Spain claimed that De Miguel suffered a cardiac arrest on the pitch and was resuscitated before being rushed to hospital and cared for in intensive care.

In a statement of their own, Andorra said: "With broken hearts and devastated, we want to send our most sincere condolences to the family of Jesús de Miguel, to all his teammates, friends, and to CD Tenerife."

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