The sudden passing of the 30-year-old striker from Tenerife on a football pitch has led the Spanish Federation to suspend all matches until November 6.
Spanish football is plunged in emotion and reflection following the tragic death of Jesús de Miguel. The 30-year-old striker, playing for Tenerife, collapsed on the pitch during a training session on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, despite the rapid intervention of emergency services. This untimely loss has sent a shockwave through the Iberian football world.
Faced with this tragedy, the Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) has made an unprecedented decision. All professional and amateur football matches scheduled on Spanish territory have been suspended until November 6. This measure notably affects the Copa del Rey and Copa de la Reina matches that were due to take place this week.
Jesús de Miguel, described by his teammates as a warm and passionate player, leaves behind a huge void. Tenerife FC has expressed its deepest condolences and has requested respect for the family's privacy during these painful times. Tributes are expected in the coming days at stadiums across Spain.
This tragedy highlights the vulnerability of elite athletes and the crucial importance of medical protocols. Sports federations are now considering strengthening cardiac monitoring measures to prevent such tragedies in the future.
Faced with this tragedy, the Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) has made an unprecedented decision. All professional and amateur football matches scheduled on Spanish territory have been suspended until November 6. This measure notably affects the Copa del Rey and Copa de la Reina matches that were due to take place this week.
Jesús de Miguel, described by his teammates as a warm and passionate player, leaves behind a huge void. Tenerife FC has expressed its deepest condolences and has requested respect for the family's privacy during these painful times. Tributes are expected in the coming days at stadiums across Spain.
This tragedy highlights the vulnerability of elite athletes and the crucial importance of medical protocols. Sports federations are now considering strengthening cardiac monitoring measures to prevent such tragedies in the future.
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Source: Ouest-France