Spanish football club CD Tenerife has confirmed the death of forward Jesús de Miguel following a hard collision during a match against FC Andorra.
The 30-year-old striker died on Tuesday after sustaining serious injuries in the challenge involving Andorra goalkeeper Jesús Owono.
The incident occurred in stoppage time of the second-division encounter, which was later abandoned. De Miguel was chasing a long ball when he collided heavily with the goalkeeper, who had rushed out of his area.
Medical staff treated the player on the pitch for several minutes before he was rushed to hospital. He later suffered a cardiac arrest and was pronounced dead in the early hours of Tuesday.
CD Tenerife released a statement announcing the tragic news, describing the club as heartbroken and in disbelief.
The Spanish football community has expressed deep sorrow over the loss, with tributes pouring in for the player.
AbdulBasit Saba is a journalist and contributor to Freelanews.com, covering news, business, and public affairs.
