Real Madrid, Barcelona, and Atlético Express Condolences Over the Death of Jesús de Miguel
Spain's leading clubs have expressed sorrow over the death of Tenerife forward Jesús de Miguel. The footballer passed away in the morning at the age of 30.
The tragedy occurred during the 12th-round match of Segunda against Andorra, which ended in a 2:2 draw. In the 7th minute of added time in the second half, the visiting team's goalkeeper, Jesús Ovoño, violently tackled de Miguel in the center of the field while trying to prevent him from reaching the ball. The referee immediately sent the goalkeeper off. The forward remained lying on the pitch, and after a few seconds, players realized he was unconscious.
The footballer was taken to the hospital by ambulance. Cardiopulmonary resuscitation was performed en route. According to available information, de Miguel experienced cardiac and respiratory arrest for nearly 20 minutes.
Real Madrid released an official statement. On behalf of the president and the board of directors, the club expressed deep condolences and support to the footballer's family, his teammates, Tenerife, and all his loved ones.
Barcelona described the news of de Miguel's death as tragic. The Catalan club stated that during these difficult days, their thoughts are with the player's family and friends.
Atlético Madrid announced that the entire club shares in the grief. The Madrid-based club expressed their deepest condolences to the footballer's family and friends, as well as all the staff and fans of Tenerife.
