UEFA Announces Minute’s Silence Across All Competitions in Memory of Jesús de Miguel

UEFA Announces Minute’s Silence Across All Competitions in Memory of Jesús de Miguel

UEFA has announced that a minute’s silence will be observed before all its matches this week in memory of CD Tenerife forward Jesús de Miguel, whose death has sent shockwaves throughout European football.

The 30-year-old Spanish striker died on Tuesday, November 3, following a serious on-field collision during Tenerife’s match against FC Andorra.

UEFA confirmed the tribute through an official statement, extending its deepest condolences to De Miguel’s family, friends, teammates and everyone connected with CD Tenerife.

UEFA President Expresses Condolences

UEFA president Aleksander Čeferin expressed his sadness following the news, saying the organisation was deeply affected by the forward’s passing.

He explained that words were difficult to find in such a painful moment and that the thoughts of the European football community were with everyone mourning the loss.

The governing body also confirmed that a minute’s silence would be held at every UEFA match this week as a mark of respect.

Tribute Across European Competitions

The tribute will extend beyond the UEFA Champions League.

A minute’s silence is scheduled before matches in the Champions League on Tuesday and Wednesday, as well as Europa League and Conference League fixtures on Thursday.

Other UEFA competitions, including the UEFA Youth League, will also observe the tribute.

The gesture will bring clubs, players, officials and supporters across Europe together to honour the Tenerife forward.

Football World Mourns Jesús de Miguel

De Miguel’s death has prompted an outpouring of condolences from across the football community.

Clubs and players have shared messages of support for his family, teammates and everyone associated with CD Tenerife.

His passing has also led the Royal Spanish Football Federation to postpone scheduled Copa del Rey and Copa de la Reina fixtures as a mark of respect.

UEFA’s decision ensures that the memory of Jesús de Miguel will be honoured across European football throughout this week.

Rest in peace, Jesús de Miguel.