The football world is in mourning after CD Tenerife striker Jesús de Miguel died on Tuesday, November 3, a day after a collision during a LaLiga 2 match against FC Andorra. He was 30.
Beyond football, Jesús de Miguel was a partner and a young father. His partner María and their daughter Carla were in the stands at the Heliodoro Rodríguez López stadium when the accident happened. Here is what is known about Jesús de Miguel’s family, his life and his career.
Jesús de Miguel: Quick Facts
| Full name | Jesús de Miguel Alameda |
| Nickname | Demi |
| Date of birth | September 21, 1996 |
| Birthplace | Madrid, Spain |
| Died | November 3, 2026, aged 30 |
| Position | Striker (left-footed) |
| Height | Around 1.90 m |
| Last club | CD Tenerife |
| Partner | María |
| Daughter | Carla, born in June 2025 |
Jesús de Miguel’s Partner María
Jesús de Miguel shared his life with his partner, María. Some Spanish media have described her as his wife, but the couple kept their relationship very private, and few details about them have been made public. Her full name has not been shared.
María was at the stadium on Monday night with the couple’s daughter in her arms when De Miguel went down after the collision. Spanish outlet El Español reported that she watched the incident from the stands.
Jesús de Miguel’s Daughter Carla
Jesús de Miguel and María became parents to a baby girl, Carla, in June 2025. His former club CD Castellón announced her birth on June 30, 2025, with a message that read “Congratulations, Demi and family!”
Carla is around 16 months old. Her birth came just before De Miguel joined CD Tenerife in the summer of 2025, which meant the young family moved to the Canary Islands together for this new chapter in his career.
Jesús de Miguel’s Parents
The names of Jesús de Miguel’s parents have not been made public. Spanish media reported that his parents travelled urgently from mainland Spain to Tenerife on Monday night after hearing about the accident, to be with him in hospital.
De Miguel was known for keeping his personal life away from the spotlight. His social media accounts were private, and he rarely spoke about his family in public.
Family Statement and Request for Privacy
In its statement, CD Tenerife said the club stands with his “devastated family.” The family thanked everyone for “each and every message of support” and asked for “maximum respect for their privacy” during this difficult time.
What Happened to Jesús de Miguel?
De Miguel came on as a substitute in the 59th minute of Tenerife’s home match against FC Andorra on Monday, November 2. In the seventh minute of stoppage time, with the score at 2-2, Andorra goalkeeper Jesús Owono rushed out of his box to clear a long ball and struck De Miguel in the chest with his knee.
De Miguel lay motionless on the pitch, and medical staff treated him for more than five minutes before he was taken away by ambulance. He suffered a cardiac arrest on the way and was resuscitated before reaching Nuestra Señora de Candelaria University Hospital in Santa Cruz, where he was admitted to intensive care. Owono was shown a straight red card, and the match was abandoned.
On Monday night, Tenerife said he was stable despite the seriousness of his condition. Early on Tuesday, the club said his condition had worsened neurologically, and later confirmed that he had died at 8 am.
According to journalist Iván Álvarez on COPE, Owono is deeply affected and plans to apologise to the family privately before making any public statement.
Jesús de Miguel Career
De Miguel’s journey was one of hard work and patience. He spent years at smaller Spanish clubs before earning his place in professional football.
| Years | Club |
|---|---|
| 2015 to 2016 | Leganés B |
| 2016 to 2017 | Lugo Fuenlabrada |
| 2017 to 2018 | Internacional de Madrid |
| 2018 to 2019 | CF Fuenlabrada |
| 2019 | Unión Adarve (loan) |
| 2019 to 2021 | CDA Navalcarnero |
| 2021 to 2023 | Unionistas de Salamanca |
| 2023 to 2025 | CD Castellón |
| 2025 to 2026 | CD Tenerife |
He came through the youth system at CD Leganés and won promotions with Internacional de Madrid and Fuenlabrada. At Unionistas de Salamanca, he scored 12 goals in the 2021-22 season. His best spell came at CD Castellón, where he scored 25 goals over three seasons, including 16 goals in 2023-24 as the club won promotion to the second division.
In July 2025, he signed a three-year contract with CD Tenerife and helped the club win promotion to LaLiga 2 in his first season.
Tributes Pour In
CD Tenerife said it was “heartbroken, with a lump in our throats and unable to believe this is true,” adding that “there is absolutely nothing that can alleviate this profound sense of sadness.”
Barcelona said, “Our thoughts and support are with his family, friends and loved ones during these difficult times.” Real Madrid held a minute of silence before training, while FC Andorra, CD Castellón and LaLiga president Javier Tebas also sent condolences. The Spanish players’ association AFE said, “His loss leaves a huge void among those of us who shared his passion for football. Rest in peace, comrade.”
The Spanish Football Federation postponed Tuesday’s Copa del Rey and Copa de la Reina matches as a mark of respect.
FAQs
Who was Jesús de Miguel’s partner?
Jesús de Miguel’s partner was María. The couple kept their relationship private, and her full name has not been made public.
Did Jesús de Miguel have children?
Yes. He had a daughter named Carla, who was born in June 2025.
Were his family at the match?
Yes. His partner María and their daughter Carla were in the stands at the Heliodoro Rodríguez López stadium when the collision happened.
How old was Jesús de Miguel?
He was 30 years old. He was born in Madrid on September 21, 1996.
How did Jesús de Miguel die?
He died a day after a collision with Andorra goalkeeper Jesús Owono, who struck him in the chest with his knee. He suffered a cardiac arrest on the way to hospital and died on November 3.