'Hardest days of my life' - keeper Owono thinks only of dead De Miguel
Andorra goalkeeper Jesús Owono has expressed his deep distress over the death of CD Tenerife footballer Jesús de Miguel following their collision in a match. De Miguel died on Tuesday after suffering a cardiac arrest in Monday's Spanish second-division game following a brutal foul by Owono, who was sent off.
Andorran goalkeeper Jesús Owono is grappling with immense grief following the death of CD Tenerife player Jesús de Miguel, who passed away after suffering a cardiac arrest during a Spanish second-division match. The fatal collision occurred on Monday when de Miguel was struck by Owono, resulting in a red card for the 25-year-old.
In a statement released on Wednesday, Owono expressed that these are the most difficult days of his life, struggling to find the right words and comprehend the tragedy. The loss of Jesús pains him infinitely, he said, emphasizing the profound sorrow he feels. Police are currently investigating the incident, though prosecutors doubt they can build a criminal case.
The Equatorial Guinea international acknowledged the many unanswered questions and vowed to face the situation with respect, stating he would go through everything that comes his way. Owono added, "But at the moment, I honestly can think of nothing else but Jesús and the pain we are all experiencing." He concluded by saying, "Rest in peace, Jesús."
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