{
  "id": 17978699,
  "title": "Police probe death of footballer in Spain",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/03/police-probe-death-of-footballer-in-spain-17978699",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-03T15:14:52.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Punch Nigeria",
    "slug": "punch-nigeria",
    "url": "https://punchng.com/police-probe-death-of-footballer-in-spain/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Spanish police have launched an investigation into the death of Tenerife footballer Jesus de Miguel, who suffered a cardiac arrest during a match on Monday. The 30-year-old collapsed after colliding with goalkeeper Jesus Owono of FC Andorra in stoppage time. De Miguel was rushed to hospital but his condition deteriorated, and he passed away early on Tuesday. Spain's National Police confirmed prosecutors would be involved in the investigation, citing Spanish law's requirement for a judicial inquiry in non-natural deaths. Tenerife expressed shock and sadness over the loss, while FC Andorra, Barcelona, Real Madrid, Manchester United, Liverpool, and other clubs paid tribute to the late player. The world players' union, FIFPRO, also expressed condolences.",
  "summary": "Spanish police have opened an investigation into possible involuntary manslaughter following the death of Tenerife striker Jesus de Miguel after a match. Read More: https://punchng.com/police-probe-death-of-footballer-in-spain/",
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  "coverage": {
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  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}