Andorra Goalkeeper Jesus Owono Speaks After Fatal Collision with Spanish Striker
FC Andorra goalkeeper Jesus Owono speaks out following the tragic death of Tenerife striker Jesus de Miguel after a collision in Spanish second division.
POLICY WIRE — Spain — Jesus Owono, the goalkeeper-playing for FC Andorra, has issued his first statement following a tragic on-field collision that resulted in the death of his opponent.
Owono described his current situation as the most difficult period of his life as he grapples with the tragedy.
The incident occurred on Monday during the final minutes of a high-stakes match that ended in a 2-2 draw between the teams in the Spanish second division.
Jesus de Miguel, a 30-year-old striker for Tenerife, suffered a cardiac arrest after the impact with Owono.
The Spanish athlete was passed away at a hospital on Tuesday despite medical efforts to save him.
Reports indicate that the Andorra goalkeeper has suffered an emotional breakdown following the loss of the fellow player.
Authorities have now initiated a police investigation into the matter, specifically into the possibility of involuntary manslaughter.
Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)
