The Spanish soccer group has gathered within the village of Navahermosa, in Toledo province, to pay its closing respects to CD Tenerife striker Jesús de Miguel, who died on Tuesday following a cardiac arrest throughout a Segunda División match. TVC News earlier reported that the 30-year-old collapsed after colliding with……
The Spanish soccer group has gathered within the village of Navahermosa, in Toledo province, to pay its closing respects to CD Tenerife striker Jesús de Miguel, who died on Tuesday following a cardiac arrest throughout a Segunda División match.
TVC News earlier reported that the 30-year-old collapsed after colliding with FC Andorra goalkeeper Jesús Owono whereas each gamers challenged for the ball late in a 2-2 draw. De Miguel obtained emergency therapy on the pitch earlier than being taken to Hospital Universitario de Nuestra Señora de la Candelaria, however he died at about 8am native time on Tuesday.
Owono was despatched off following the collision, whereas the match was ultimately deserted. The Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) subsequently suspended all matches till Friday.
A autopsy examination attributed De Miguel’s demise to “accidental thoracic trauma,” in response to the Institute of Forensic Medicine, as reported by Canarias7 and El Día. However, outcomes of additional exams, together with toxicology experiences, are nonetheless pending.
According to Yahoo Sports, On Thursday, relations, associates and outstanding figures in Spanish soccer attended his funeral on the Parish Church of San Miguel Arcangel in Navahermosa.
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Those current included Spain nationwide crew head coach Luis de la Fuente, RFEF president Rafael Louzán, Spanish Footballers’ Association president David Aganzo and Minister of Education, Vocational Training and Sports Milagros Tolón.
Real Madrid president Florentino Pérez, Atlético Madrid chief government Miguel Ángel Gil Marín and former Real Madrid gamers Predrag Mijatović and José Antonio Camacho had been additionally among the many mourners.
Streets surrounding the church had been crammed with individuals who got here to honour the late striker, who’s survived by his dad and mom, sister, associate María and their one-year-old daughter, Carla.
Speaking to reporters on the funeral, Louzán expressed the soccer group’s solidarity with the bereaved household and described the demise as an irreparable loss.
“Today, it was vital to be right here to assist Jesús’s household—his dad and mom, his spouse, and his younger daughter.
“We provide them our full solidarity and share of their grief; that is an irreparable loss, and it serves as a stark reminder that such tragedies can happen.
“This is the primary time we have now encountered a scenario like this—a tragedy occurring through the course of play. It should information our future efforts, particularly concerning the significance of prevention—making certain that every one essential assets and personnel are in the suitable place on the proper time.
“I would also like to express my gratitude to everyone who has shown such affection and solidarity—for Jesús, for the entire AFE board of directors, and for its president, David Aganzo, who has remained in constant contact with us throughout this time,” he stated.
Louzán additionally paid tribute to De Miguel’s teammates, Tenerife supporters and everybody affected by the tragedy, describing it as an especially troublesome interval for the membership and the broader soccer group.
“My ideas are additionally together with his teammates, the complete squad, and the Tenerife followers, all of whom have proven such deep affection and appreciation for Jesús. This is a really troublesome day. I imagine we acted rapidly to point out our solidarity—particularly by suspending the Copa del Rey and Copa de la Reina matches scheduled for yesterday and at the moment.
“There is little else I can say; it is an incredibly difficult time, especially for the family—words cannot ease such pain. But we are here—joined by the national team coach, the sporting director, and the federation’s general counsel—because the football community must stand completely united today in shared grief, supporting the family and everyone in football—including his teammates and the club, Tenerife—as they go through this.”
De la Fuente additionally provided his condolences, saying the tragedy had introduced the soccer group collectively in grief and solidarity.
“From a spot of deep sorrow—a sentiment that brings us near the household, to Jesús’s dad and mom and his complete household, and naturally to his spouse, María, and his daughter, Carla—I wish to specific our condolences.
“I repeat: we share in this pain, and we offer our solidarity and respect. This is the best way to show that the football community—once again—stands united. We come together in times of joy, but in times of sorrow, that unity is stronger than ever. I have been in touch with many friends, and we all share this profound grief and respect as we navigate this incredibly difficult and painful experience.”
Meanwhile, Spanish authorities have opened an investigation into potential involuntary manslaughter following De Miguel’s demise. Such investigations are routinely initiated when a demise is taken into account to have occurred underneath unnatural circumstances.
However, Santa Cruz de Tenerife chief prosecutor José Luis Sánchez-Jáuregui has indicated that the potential of legal proceedings being introduced in opposition to Owono is low.
