FC Andorra goalkeeper Jesus Owono has been defended by team-mate Lautaro Spatz following the tragic death of Tenerife forward Jesus de Miguel. De Miguel died after a cardiac arrest during a collision with Owono in a Spanish second division match. Owono was sent off for striking De Miguel at force after racing from his goal.
Spanish police have opened an investigation, though criminal proceedings are considered unlikely. Spatz took to Instagram to pay tribute to De Miguel while defending Owono, stating he would never intend to hurt anyone. Fans gathered at Tenerife's stadium to lay tributes, with the club declaring six days of official mourning.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday. Tuesday's domestic Spanish games were called off as a mark of respect. Barcelona held a minute's silence before their Champions League match against Aston Villa, which they won 3-0.
Raphinha, who scored twice, refused to discuss the game, sending strength to De Miguel's family. The Tenerife match was suspended after the incident, which occurred in stoppage time.
Source: Sky Sports Champions League · Summarized by HeadlinesBriefing