Football fans received shocking news on Tuesday after CD Tenerife forward Jesus de Miguel died following a serious on-field collision with FC Andorra goalkeeper Jesus Owono. The tragedy unfolded during a Spanish second-division match on Monday. Tenerife issued a statement and gave an update on the death of Jesus de Miguel. According to the statement, he passed away at 8 am local time on Tuesday, November 3. The incident happened in the closing stages of the match between Tenerife and Andorra

Owono rushed out his goal to challenge Jesus de Miguel for a long ball. The goalkeeper's raised led struck Jesus de Miguel during the challenge. He suffered a cardiac arrest after the collision and received emergency medical attention on the pitch. He was taken to hospital and was initially described as stable. But, Tenerife confirmed his death on Tuesday morning.

After the challenge, Owono received a straight red card from the referee. The referee's report claimed that he had "struck an opponent forcefully with his raised leg, using excessive force while challenging for the ball." According to AS.com, Owono could face disciplinary action from the competition authorities. The goalkeeper has been devastated by the incident and has reportedly isolated himself.

What punishment could Owono face?

The Spanish football disciplinary authorities are expected to examine the incident. AS.com identifies two provisions that could apply to the goalkeeper's challenge.

Article 130: Violent conduct during a match that creates a risk but does not end in injury or harm can lead to suspension of one to three matches.

Article 102: Violent conduct against an opponent that causes serious injury or harm. This may reportedly lead to a suspension of four to 12 matches.

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Will he face a criminal investigation?

The sporting disciplinary process is separate from any potential criminal investigation. Spanish police have opened an investigation into De Miguel's death, with the case now under judicial supervision.