Spanish striker's death after on-field clash sparks police investigation
Tenerife forward Jesús de Miguel dies after a horrific clash with an opposition goalkeeper that has sparked an investigation by Spanish police.
Spanish forward Jesús de Miguel, 30, has died after suffering cardiac arrest following a collision with the opposing team's goalkeeper during a second-division match between Tenerife and Andorra. The incident occurred on Monday when De Miguel, pursuing the ball near midfield, was struck in the chest by Andorra's goalkeeper Jesús Owono.
Owono was immediately shown a red card for the on-field altercation. The collision led to De Miguel suffering cardiac arrest, and he was rushed to a hospital, where he later passed away. Spanish police have launched an investigation into the incident, which could potentially lead to charges of involuntary manslaughter under Spanish law.
The club Tenerife, based in the Canary Islands, expressed their grief, stating that they will support De Miguel's family and the entire Tenerife community during this difficult time.
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