Football world mourns Spanish striker Jesús de Miguel

UEFA President Aleksander Čeferin has sympathised with the family and club of Spanish footballer Jesús de Miguel Alameda over the footballer’s death on Tuesday.

The deceased striker played for Spanish side CD Tenerife, having helped them secure promotion to the Segunda División last season.

De Miguel collapses following a collision with an opposing goalkeeper during a match against FC Andorra.

Tenerife said the player died at 8 am local time, describing the development as a tragedy that had left the club, his family and supporters devastated.

Broken in pain, with a knot in the throat and unable to believe this is true, from CD Tenerife, we communicate the tragic death, this Tuesday, November 3, 2026, at 8:00 hours, of Jesús de Miguel Alameda,” the statement read partly.

In a statement on Tuesday, the European football body stated, “We are heartbroken by the death of Jesús de Miguel Alameda,” said UEFA president Aleksander Čeferin. “We have searched for words and found only silence. In that silence, our hearts and thoughts are with his family, his teammates, everyone at CD Tenerife, and all those who mourn this tragic loss.”

It also disclosed that a moment of silence will be held in memory of De Miguel at all UEFA matches this week.

The Royal Spanish Football Federation, in a tweet on Tuesday, said it was “devastated” to hear of the 30-year-old striker’s death. It said all football matches across Spanish divisions will be suspended to mourn the striker’s demise.

Spanish football mourns the loss of Jesús de Miguel. Devastated by the sad news, from the RFEF, we wish to express our deepest sorrow for his passing today.

“We extend our most heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, and loved ones, as well as to Club Deportivo Tenerife and all its fans, whom we accompany in these moments of profound grief.”

It added, “The FREF suspends the football matchday of this November 3 following the death of Jesús de Miguel, a player of CD Tenerife.”

– Barca, Madrid, others mourn –

De Miguel’s death also drew condolence messages from Spanish football giants Barcelona and Real Madrid.

In a separate statement issued on Tuesday, both clubs expressed sadness over the player’s demise.

“From FC Barcelona, we deeply regret the tragic news of the passing of Jesús de Miguel, a CD Tenerife player.

“Our thoughts and support are with his family, friends and loved ones during these difficult times,” Barcelona wrote on X.

Real Madrid, in its club statement, said,  “Real Madrid C. F., its president and its Board of Directors deeply regret the passing of Jesús de Miguel, player of C. D. Tenerife.

“Real Madrid wishes to express its condolences and affection to his family, his teammates, his club and all his loved ones.”

Defending Premier League champions, Arsenal, wrote, “Everyone at Arsenal is devastated to hear of the passing of Jesús de Miguel and sends their heartfelt condolences to his family and CD Tenerife at this incredibly sad time.”

Manchester United stated, “Our deepest condolences are with the loved ones of Jesús de Miguel Alameda and everyone connected with CD Tenerife.”

Italian side AC Milan said, “We are deeply saddened by this tragic loss. Sending strength and our deepest condolences to everyone at #CDTOficial and to all who are grieving at this difficult time.”

Nigerian Premier League club, Katsina United, wrote, “Everyone at Katsina United Football Club extends their deepest condolences to Jesús’ family, friends, and everyone connected with CD Tenerife during this incredibly difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.”

Condolences also poured in from Juventus, Manchester City, Flamengo, among other football clubs.