Jesus Owono received a 12-match suspension from the Disciplinary Committee of the Royal Spanish Football Federation following a high-impact collision that resulted in the death of CD Tenerife forward Jesus de Miguel.
- Squad Depth Strain: FC Andorra must rely entirely on their backup shot-stopper for a crucial stretch of fixtures as Owono serves the maximum regulatory ban.
- Player Availability: Head coach Carles Manso confirmed that Owono’s return to competitive action remains entirely dependent on his personal readiness following the trauma.
- Disciplinary Precedent: The RFEF applied Article 102 of the disciplinary code, issuing the strictest possible punishment for violent conduct causing severe consequences.
The disciplinary committee handed down the maximum penalty permitted under Article 102 of the RFEF disciplinary code, which governs violent actions leading to severe physical harm. During the stoppage-time sequence of a 2-2 fixture on November 2, Owono charged out toward the midfield line and struck de Miguel in the chest with his knee.
Referee Manuel Angel Perez Hernandez noted in his official match report that the FC Andorra goalkeeper used excessive force in the challenge. Following consultations with team captains and delegates, officials abandoned the fixture before the final whistle.
According to SportoweFakty, the RFEF later ratified the 2-2 scoreline as the official final result. De Miguel received immediate medical attention on the pitch before being transported to a hospital, where he passed away the following morning. CD Tenerife subsequently declared official club mourning, while the federation suspended lower-division fixtures scheduled from Tuesday through Thursday.
| Metric | Details |
|---|---|
| Final Score | CD Tenerife 2 – 2 FC Andorra |
| Sanction Length | 12 Matches (Maximum Penalty) |
| Applicable Code | RFEF Disciplinary Code, Article 102 |
While the sporting sanction addresses on-field conduct, the broader legal implications remain under active investigation. Spain’s National Police are overseeing an ongoing inquiry into the incident under judicial supervision.
As Przegląd Sportowy reported, Owono sought to contact the grieving family to offer his apologies following the funeral held on November 5. Representatives for Tenerife requested additional time to respect the family’s mourning period, declining direct contact for the time being. The player has also received psychological support alongside his teammates at FC Andorra.
“From Owono it will depend when and if he returns to play at all,” Manso said, as reported by RMF24. The manager emphasized that the club intends to provide total privacy and space for the 25-year-old goalkeeper to process the tragedy.
Tysiące osób uczestniczyło w pogrzebie Jesusa de Miguela, w którym wzięły udział również znane postaci ze świata futbolu, takie jak selekcjoner reprezentacji Hiszpanii Luis de la Fuente oraz prezes Realu Madryt Florentino Pérez, jak podało UA.News. FC Andorra returned to competitive play in subsequent weeks while managing the emotional aftermath within the locker room.
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