Equatorial Guinea goalkeeper Jesus Owono is reportedly contemplating retirement from professional football following the tragic death of Spanish striker Jesus de Miguel after a collision between the two players during a match.

Owono was representing Andorra FC when he collided with De Miguel while attempting to clear the ball during their encounter on Monday, November 2, 2026.

Following the incident, the Tenerife striker remained on the pitch before being rushed to the hospital. Unfortunately, he died the following morning from what was described as accidental chest trauma.

The tragic incident has reportedly had a devastating emotional impact on Owono, who received a red card during the match for the challenge.

According to PUNCH, which cited Spanish newspaper Mundo Deportivo, the goalkeeper is seriously considering ending his professional career as he struggles to come to terms with De Miguel's death.

Ana Maye, a close friend of Owono and the general coordinator of Equatorial Guinea's men's national team, revealed that the goalkeeper was still deeply distressed despite receiving emotional support from people around him.

She explained that Owono was particularly heartbroken over the tragedy suffered by De Miguel's family, especially his young son and widow.

“No matter how much we tell him, he's deeply saddened. He's very affected, especially for Jesús Miguel's one-and-a-half-year-old son and for his widow. He doesn't know how to handle all of this,” she said.

The goalkeeper, who is receiving psychological assistance from his club, has also issued a public statement expressing his sorrow over the incident.

In his social media message, Owono described the experience as the most painful period of his life, admitting that he was finding it extremely difficult to process what had happened.

“These are the most difficult days of my life. I struggle to find the words, and I find it very hard to process what has happened.

“I feel enormous pain at the loss of Jesus. I think of him, his family, and all the people who loved him. I know there will be many questions to address, and I will face whatever comes with the utmost respect.

“But right now, honestly, I cannot think about anything other than Jesus and the pain we are experiencing. Rest in peace, Jesus,” he wrote.

Meanwhile, De Miguel was buried in his hometown of Navahermosa, located in Spain's Toledo province, on Thursday, November 5.

The funeral attracted hundreds of mourners, including family members and several notable personalities from Spanish football, who gathered to honour the late striker.

Among the prominent figures in attendance were Real Madrid president Florentino Perez and Spain national team manager Luis de la Fuente.

Maye also revealed that Owono's family had become targets of abuse following the incident, with some individuals allegedly insulting his relatives both on social media and in person.

According to her, some people had gone as far as describing the goalkeeper's brother as a murderer, while others continued directing offensive remarks at him.

The harassment has further worsened the emotional situation surrounding Owono as he continues to receive psychological and personal support following the tragic death of the Spanish striker.