Jesús Owono receives twelve‑game ban after deadly collision

After the fatal collision between Jesús Owono and Jesús de Miguel, the striker died.

The Spanish football association banned Owono for twelve matches, the decision was made on Friday.

Disciplinary decision

De Miguel had died last week at the age of 30.

The collision occurred on November 2 during a second-division match.

Owono received a red card for the foul.

The RFEF stated that the game would remain a draw with the current result.

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According to Article 102 of the disciplinary code, which provides sanctions of four to twelve matches, Owono received the maximum penalty.

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A police investigation was launched, which is customary in comparable cases.

Coach Carles Manso said on Thursday that Owono has complete freedom to decide about his career.

Owono spoke of the “worst days of my life” after the death.

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So far he has not yet trained again with the team.

Over the weekend, players and fans of CD Tenerife gathered for a memorial event for de Miguel.

FC Andorra expressed deep sympathy, offered its condolences to the relatives and CD Tenerife, and provided psychological support for the staff.