Funeral held for Tenerife forward Jesus de Miguel
The family of Jesus de Miguel has expressed their gratitude for the outpouring of support as the footballer's funeral takes place in Spain.
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The funeral for Tenerife forward Jesus de Miguel took place on Thursday in Navahermosa, Toledo. The 30-year-old footballer passed away on Tuesday following a serious injury sustained during a Spanish second division match on Monday.
During the match against FC Andorra, De Miguel collided with the opposing goalkeeper, Jesus Owono, and required immediate medical attention on the pitch. Despite being taken to the hospital, he could not be saved. The match was abandoned following the incident, and the goalkeeper was sent off.
In a statement issued by his agent, Manuel Hernandez, the family expressed their deep gratitude for the messages, phone calls, and gestures of affection received from the football community. The family noted that the positive impact De Miguel had on those around him is a memory they will cherish forever.
The ceremony was attended by prominent figures in Spanish football, including Spain national coach Luis de la Fuente, Real Madrid president Florentino Perez, and Atletico Madrid chief executive Miguel Angel Gil Marin. The family has requested privacy as they continue to grieve.