Tenerife star Jesus de Miguel has died after going into cardiac arrest following a collision with a goalkeeper that forced the game to be abandoned

A footballer has sadly died after going into cardiac arrest following a collision with a goalkeeper. Tenerife star Jesus de Miguel was rushed to hospital over the weekend after the sickening incident which saw him suffer a severe blow to the chest.

De Miguel was taken into intensive care after the incident with Andorra goalkeeper ‌Jesus Owono, which led to the league match being abandoned in stoppage time. However, after his club shared his condition had worsened overnight, De Miguel has passed away.

In a post on X, Tenerife said: "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.

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"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."

Spanish clubs have also paid tribute, Espanyol said: "Devastated and deeply saddened by the loss of Jesús de Miguel. From RCD Espanyol, we join in the grief of his family, loved ones, and all of @CDTOficial during these very difficult times. All our affection and heartfelt embrace. Rest in peace."

While Las Palmas have shared: "From UD Las Palmas, we deeply regret the passing of Jesús de Miguel, player of CD Tenerife. We extend our most heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, teammates, and the entire blanquiazul family. We stand with you in your grief and offer all our affection and support during these very difficult times."

And Atletico Madrid added: "From Atlético de Madrid, we join in the grief over the passing of Jesús de Miguel Alameda. We send our deepest condolences to his family, friends, and all members and fans of @CDTOficial. Rest in peace."

De Miguel, who was born in Madrid, spent his career bouncing around the Spanish lower leagues, turning out for the likes of Castelleon, Fuenlabrada and Unionistas before moving to Tenerife.