Jesus Owono handed 12-match ban after Jesus de Miguel tragedy

FC Andorra goalkeeper Jesus Owono has been handed a 12-match suspension by the Spanish Football Federation’s disciplinary committee following his collision with CD Tenerife striker Jesus de Miguel.

The ruling, announced on November 13, applies the maximum punishment under Article 102 of the RFEF Disciplinary Code for violent conduct during play resulting in serious consequences.

Why Owono was suspended

The committee classified the incident as a serious offence and imposed the 12-game ban. Its decision cited the referee’s account that Owono challenged with his leg raised and used excessive force while contesting the ball. De Miguel was treated and taken away on a stretcher.

Tenerife forward De Miguel died in hospital on November 3, the day after the match. The game had been abandoned with the score at 2-2 following the incident.

Disciplinary action and wider investigation

The suspension is a sporting sanction and is separate from any police investigation into the circumstances surrounding De Miguel’s death. Owono had expressed sorrow over the loss and said he would face the questions and consequences with respect.

The 25-year-old goalkeeper’s future remains uncertain as he deals with the aftermath of the tragedy.