A 30-year-old attacker for CD Tenerife died after colliding with FC Andorra goalkeeper Jesus Owono during a match. The incident occurred in the second division. Owono, 25, made a hard and uncontrolled challenge that led to the player’s death. The player was hospitalized and later pronounced dead.
An investigation has been launched into the incident. The CD Tenerife club announced the player’s death on Tuesday, November 3, 2026. The player’s family has not yet commented.
FC Andorra midfielder Lautaro Spatz shared an emotional Instagram post expressing the team’s grief. Spatz stood by Owono, stating the team understands the goalkeeper’s intent was not to harm. Spatz described the emotional impact of the tragedy on the squad.
The match took place in the second division. The player was hit during a critical moment of the game. The incident has sparked discussions about player safety and the rules of contact in football.
This is the second fatal incident involving FC Andorra in recent months. The club has faced scrutiny over its defensive tactics. The player’s death has raised concerns about the risks in football.
