Owono Weighs His Future After De Miguel’s Death

Published on November 13, 2026: FC Andorra goalkeeper Jesús Owono is considering whether to continue his career after a collision with Tenerife forward Jesús de Miguel during a match on November 2. De Miguel collapsed, received emergency treatment and was taken to hospital; he died the next day. The match was abandoned while the score stood at 2–2, and Owono was sent off after the incident.

Andorra manager Carles Manso said Owono, 25, would not play against Almería on Saturday, November 14. Manso said the goalkeeper was free to decide whether and when to return, and that the club would respect his privacy and support him. He described the circumstances as a tragedy and said Owono had not intended the outcome.

In a statement released by the club, Owono said he was struggling to process De Miguel’s death and was focused on the player, his family and those close to him. He said he would address other matters with respect, but was not ready to think beyond the loss.

De Miguel’s family thanked supporters of a fundraising campaign in his memory, which had collected more than $200,000. Tenerife said the impact of Owono’s challenge caused De Miguel to suffer cardiac arrest. He was admitted to intensive care, but his neurological condition worsened overnight.

Owono could receive a ban lasting four to 12 games pursuant to disciplinary regulations set by Spain’s football federation. Spanish police have also opened a routine inquiry into possible involuntary manslaughter. Spanish law calls for an investigation after a death considered non-natural; a conviction for involuntary manslaughter can carry a prison term of up to four years.