The Equatorial Guinean Football Federation (FEGUIFUT) has expressed its deepest condolences following the tragic death of CD Tenerife player Jesús de Miguel, an incident that has sent shockwaves through the football community and prompted an outpouring of sympathy from across the sporting world.
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In an official message addressed to the Board of Directors of CD Tenerife, the club’s players, coaching and technical staff, supporters, and the family of the deceased footballer, FEGUIFUT President Venancio Tomás Ndong Micha conveyed the Federation’s solidarity and heartfelt sympathy during what he described as an extremely painful moment.
Speaking on behalf of the Federation and in his personal capacity, Ndong Micha described the passing of the Spanish footballer as an irreparable loss, emphasizing that the bonds within football extend far beyond competition, national borders and club affiliations. He stressed that the tragedy is a moment for the sporting community to stand together in grief and offer comfort to those directly affected.
“Football is one family that, in moments like this, comes together in grief. We wish to extend our most heartfelt embrace and solidarity to his family, teammates, coaching staff and the entire Tenerife fan base as they endure these painful moments,” the statement reads.
The message follows a tragic accidental collision during a match involving Jesús Lázaro Owono, goalkeeper of the Equatorial Guinea national team, which resulted in the death of Jesús de Miguel. The incident has placed both football communities in a moment of profound sadness, highlighting the human consequences that can emerge from unforeseen events in professional sport.
Beyond expressing condolences to CD Tenerife, FEGUIFUT also addressed the emotional situation of Owono, acknowledging the profound anguish and distress that the Equatoguinean international may be experiencing following the incident. The Federation emphasized that the goalkeeper is also directly affected by the tragedy and should receive understanding, compassion and support as he confronts its consequences.
The President reaffirmed that FEGUIFUT stands firmly behind the player, offering its full human and professional support while recognizing the seriousness of the circumstances.
“We are aware that, as the involuntary protagonist of this tragic incident, our player Jesús Lázaro Owono is experiencing profound anguish and devastation. From the Equatorial Guinean Football Federation, we offer him our full human and professional support, fully conscious of the severity of this tragedy, which nobody in our sport ever wishes to witness,” the statement adds.
The Federation’s message reflects an important dimension of sporting solidarity: recognizing the suffering of the family and teammates who have lost a loved one, while also acknowledging the emotional burden carried by those involved in an unintended tragedy. In this context, FEGUIFUT’s position emphasizes compassion and institutional responsibility rather than rivalry or blame.
For CD Tenerife, the loss of Jesús de Miguel represents a deeply painful moment for the club, its supporters and everyone who shared professional and personal experiences with the player. The grief extends beyond the immediate sporting environment, touching the wider football community in Spain and internationally.
FEGUIFUT concluded its message by reaffirming its solidarity with CD Tenerife, the family of Jesús de Miguel and all those affected by the tragedy. Its appeal reflects the shared values of respect, unity and humanity that connect football institutions, players and supporters across countries.
The incident has also brought renewed attention to the emotional challenges that can follow serious accidents in professional sport. While football is defined by competition, discipline and the pursuit of sporting excellence, moments such as this remind the world that the people on the pitch are first and foremost human beings.
Through its statement, FEGUIFUT has sought to ensure that neither the memory of Jesús de Miguel nor the wellbeing of Jesús Lázaro Owono is overlooked. Its message is one of mourning for a life lost, solidarity with a grieving club and family, and support for a national team player facing the aftermath of an extraordinary tragedy.
As condolences continue to reach those affected, the football community is reminded that its strongest bonds are often demonstrated not in moments of victory, but in times of loss, when solidarity and compassion become more important than the result of any match.