Sporting world pays tribute to Tenerife footballer who died after horror on-pitch collision
The striker was confirmed dead this morning following the incident
TL;DR
- Tenerife footballer Jesus de Miguel died at 30 after an on-pitch collision.
- The collision occurred with Andorra keeper Jesus Owono, leading to a cardiac arrest.
- De Miguel was taken to hospital where he later died.
- Dozens of football clubs, including Premier League teams, have paid tribute.
- A minute's silence will be held before nine Champions League matches.
- The incident happened in the final moments of the match between CD Tenerife and AC Andorra.
- Owono received a straight red card; the match was abandoned.
- Tenerife confirmed De Miguel's death, expressing deep sadness and requesting privacy for his family.