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Jesus Owono Receives 12-Match Ban Following Jesus de Miguel's Death
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What Happened?
Equatorial Guinea goalkeeper Jesus Owono has been suspended for 12 matches after a collision that resulted in the death of Tenerife forward Jesus de Miguel during a match on November 2. The Spanish Football Federation imposed the maximum penalty under its disciplinary code.
Key points
- Owono collided with De Miguel during a league match on November 2.
- De Miguel died the day after the incident while in intensive care.
- The suspension is the maximum allowed under Article 102 of the disciplinary code.
- Owono has not yet decided on his return to competitive football.
- FC Andorra manager stated they will support Owono during this difficult time.
- De Miguel's family thanked supporters for their help after a crowdfunding campaign raised €213,160.
Key insights
- Owono's future in football may be uncertain, affecting his career trajectory.
- The incident could lead to increased scrutiny of player safety regulations.
- The crowdfunding success reflects strong community support for De Miguel's family.
Why it matters
The incident highlights the serious consequences of on-field collisions in sports.
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Jesus Owono· PersonJesus de Miguel· PersonFC Andorra· OrganizationEquatorial Guinea· CountryTenerife· City
Source
Times of India
