FC Andorra: Jesus Owono already thinking about retirement

The Equatorial Guinean goalkeeper could hang up his gloves

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FC Andorra: Jesus Owono already thinking about retirement

The tragic death of Jesus de Miguel following a terrible collision with goalkeeper Jesus Owono could prompt the latter to say goodbye to football.

While tributes have been pouring in since last Tuesday, Spain paid tribute to Jesus de Miguel on the pitch this weekend. From La Liga fixtures to amateur matches, minutes of silence and other tributes were held to honour the memory of the 30-year-old striker, who died earlier this week. Jesus Owono, goalkeeper for FC Andorra, is meanwhile waiting to learn what sanction he will face.

🚨 🎙️ Pep Guardiola Reacts To the Death of Jesús de Miguel nd incident that caused the death of the 30-year old CD Tenerife striker; 🗣️ "First of all, my deepest condolences to the family of Jesús de Miguel, to everyone at CD Tenerife, and to all of Spanish football. It is heartbreaking. A tragedy. We won’t blame the goalkeeper, Jesús Owono, because it was never his intention to hurt anyone. He is a professional doing his job, and I am sure he is suffering terribly right now. But we have to reflect and teach players that football is not a do or die affair. These are the kind of aggressive tackles we used to see, the ones Sergio Ramos and Pepe were cheered on for at Real Madrid—when defenders go into challenges crossing the line. You don't play a football match like a war. Football is meant to be enjoyed, not played to cause pain or put a colleague's life at risk. It’s so sad that Miguel lost his life this way, and his whole career came to an end just because of one incident. We must protect the players. So, to the family and the entire CD Tenerife, our thoughts are with you. Rest in peace, Jesús." https://t.co/Vd9yHBCWwh
— Lord Zeus CFC/RM (@LordZeus_Usulor) November 3, 2026

Owono considering retirement?

According to reports by several Spanish media outlets earlier this week, the 25-year-old Equatorial Guinean goalkeeper is in a very dark place. Forced to retreat to his home with his loved ones, he is considering making a major decision. According to Mundo Deportivo, Jesus Owono is even considering ending his career. Receiving support from psychologists and his club’s staff, he may have been affected to the point of not wanting to set foot on a pitch again, also aware of the hostile reception he could face.

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