Tragedy in Spain: Grant-Leon Ranos' Teammate Dies After Collision with Goalkeeper
- Author: Vahe Hakobyan
- Sportaran
Tenerife striker Jesús de Miguel has died at the age of 30 on November 3. The footballer passed away in hospital following a serious collision with Andorra goalkeeper Jesús Owono during a Spanish Segunda División Matchday 12 encounter.
The tragic incident occurred on November 2, in the closing stages of the match between Tenerife and Andorra. While challenging for the ball, visiting goalkeeper Jesús Owono collided with De Miguel, striking him forcefully in the chest.
The 30-year-old striker lost consciousness following the collision and suffered cardiac arrest. Medical personnel performed resuscitation procedures and managed to restore his heartbeat before he was rushed to hospital.
The match was suspended with the score at 2-2 and was not resumed.
De Miguel was admitted to the intensive care unit at the Hospital Universitario Nuestra Señora de la Candelaria. Despite the efforts of medical staff, his condition deteriorated. He passed away on the morning of November 3 at 8:00 a.m. local time.
Tenerife officially confirmed the player's death. The club expressed its deepest condolences to the striker's family and loved ones and asked that their privacy be respected during this difficult time.
Tenerife are also home to Armenia national team striker Grant-Leon Ranos, who remained on the bench during the tragic match.
Jesús de Miguel was 30 years old.
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