Jesús de Miguel's family receive €217,895 from crowdfunding campaign
The family of the deceased Spanish striker expressed gratitude for the support following a fatal collision during a football match.
The family of Spanish striker Jesús de Miguel has received €217,895 through a crowdfunding campaign launched by footballer Fran Sol, according to the Times of India. The funds follow the death of the striker on November 3 after a collision during a match between CD Tenerife and FC Andorra.
In a statement published by the Spanish players’ association AFE, the family expressed gratitude to those who contributed, describing the response as a source of comfort. They noted they were moved by the number of people who rallied behind the initiative.
The tragedy occurred on November 2 during a Segunda División fixture. De Miguel suffered a cardiac arrest after colliding with FC Andorra goalkeeper Jesús Owono while challenging for a high ball. De Miguel was taken for medical treatment, but his death was announced the following day.
The Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) handed Owono, an Equatorial Guinea international, a 12-match suspension on Friday, November 13. Owono, who received a straight red card during the match, said he was finding it difficult to express his feelings and was in great pain over the loss.
The crowdfunding campaign has recorded approximately 5,400 donations and aims to reach a target of €300,000. Notable contributors include Cádiz president Cristian Siptin, who gave €15,000, and Ceuta president Luhay Hamido, who donated €3,500.