Goalkeeper Owono handed 12-match ban after De Miguel’s death

Spanish football authorities punish Andorra goalkeeper following fatal on-field collision with Tenerife striker

BARCELONA: FC Andorra goalkeeper Jesus Owono was suspended for 12 matches by the Spanish football federation's disciplinary committee after his challenge on Jesus de Miguel resulted in the death of the Tenerife striker last week.

Equatorial Guinea international Owono was sent off in the second division clash on November 2 after racing into midfield and colliding with De Miguel while trying to clear an aerial ball.

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A few days ago a reckless collision on the pitch in Spanish second tier event between Owono and Tenerife striker Jesus de Migual had resulted in the death of the latter.

De Miguel received treatment on the pitch before being taken to hospital and placed in intensive care, where he was initially reported to be stable before his condition quickly deteriorated and he died on November 3.

Under Spanish law, all deaths regarded as non-natural are subject to a judicial enquiry, with police opening an investigation into possible involuntary manslaughter. However, prosecutors have said that criminal proceedings are unlikely.