Family of Jesús de Miguel thanks worldwide donation campaign

The outpouring of sympathy for the fate of the Spanish striker Jesús de Miguel is enormous, and his family thanks the worldwide fundraising campaign for the received signs of affection and solidarity after his tragic death, which has shaken the football world and a crowdfunding action was launched by a former teammate.

A former teammate tries in his own way to provide a little comfort.

After the death of the Spanish footballer Jesús de Miguel, his family has thanked for the donations from a crowdfunding campaign.

In a statement the family wrote: „We would like to thank from the bottom of our hearts for all the signs of affection and solidarity we have received. It has moved us deeply to see how many people have committed themselves to this initiative.“

A special thanks goes to the footballer Fran Sol, who launched the campaign.

Fran Sol said: „Every gesture has meant a great deal to us, and we want you to know that we have received all these signs of generosity with great gratitude.“

By now more than 200.000 Euro has been raised.

Circumstances of the Tragic Accident

De Miguel, striker for CD Tenerife, had collided with the opposing goalkeeper in a second‑division match against FC Andorra (2:2) and did not survive.

He suffered a cardiac arrest and died later that day in a hospital at only 30 years of age.

Fran Sol, former teammate of De Miguel, had launched the donation campaign.

The collected money is intended for the widow, the son and the parents of the deceased.

Sol wrote: „The money will not provide comfort, but through this donation the family will truly feel the support of the entire football world.“