Jesús de Miguel's family issues statement following his death

Jesús de Miguel's family has released their first public statement since the Tenerife forward's tragic death. De Miguel, 30, passed away after a collision with Andorra FC goalkeeper Jesús Owono during a second-division match. The collision occurred as the two players contested a loose ball, resulting in De Miguel suffering cardiorespiratory arrest on the field. He later died in the hospital from what was determined to be accidental chest trauma. The family expressed gratitude for the support and condolences from the community, requesting privacy as they mourn. De Miguel's funeral took place in his hometown on Thursday.

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