Tenerife striker Jesús de Miguel died on Tuesday, November 6, 2026, prompting urgent calls for changes to soccer's medical protocols. The 28-year-old forward's passing has reignited debate over player safety and the adequacy of current medical regulations in professional football.
De Miguel, who played for the Spanish club Tenerife, collapsed during a training session according to reports. His death has led to demands from players' unions and medical experts for stricter cardiac screening and emergency response procedures across all levels of the game.
Authorities have not yet released an official cause of death. The Spanish football federation and La Liga are expected to review existing medical guidelines in the coming weeks.
