Tenerife players honor late teammate Jesus De Miguel during match against Ceuta

On November 15, 2026, the Spanish football club Tenerife held a memorial tribute for their late teammate, Jesus De Miguel, during a match against Ceuta at the Heliodoro Rodriguez Lopez stadium. The atmosphere was somber as the stadium observed a minute of silence before kickoff to honor the memory of the player.

In a poignant gesture, the game was briefly paused in the 9th minute, coinciding with De Miguel's jersey number, as fans and players offered a prolonged standing ovation. A commemorative banner was displayed in the stands. During the first half, player Gil scored a goal for the hosts and celebrated by holding up a shirt bearing De Miguel’s name, an emotional moment that saw players visibly moved to tears.

The tribute highlighted the close-knit bond within the Tenerife squad as they processed the loss. Following the emotional match, it was reported that the players dedicated their subsequent victory to their deceased teammate, serving as a testament to his lasting impact on the team.