Football is bigger than tragedy! Ronaldo's Almería announce touching gesture for late player's family
A touching gesture has emerged from Spanish football following the tragic death of Tenerife striker Jesús de Miguel! Almería, the club in which Cristiano Ronaldo owns a stake, have announced that all ticket revenue from their upcoming home match against Tenerife will be donated to the late footballer's wife and daughter.
Details: Almería confirmed the initiative on November 4. Club president Mohammed Al-Khereiji proposed donating the entire proceeds from ticket sales for the home fixture against Tenerife, scheduled for matchday 34 of the Segunda Division. The announcement reflects the club's commitment to supporting the grieving family during an incredibly difficult period.
The club has also invited De Miguel's family to attend the match if their personal circumstances allow. Almería acknowledged that no amount of financial or emotional support can compensate for the loss of a loved one, but expressed hope that the gesture would provide some comfort and solidarity.
The 30-year-old Tenerife forward died on November 3, one day after suffering a devastating collision during a league encounter against FC Andorra. Despite emergency treatment and intensive medical care, doctors were unable to save his life. The tragedy has caused widespread mourning across Spanish football.
Cristiano Ronaldo became a shareholder of Almería in February 2026, acquiring a 25 percent stake. The club's initiative has attracted attention because of his involvement, although the donation was announced by Almería's leadership rather than attributed to Ronaldo personally. The gesture demonstrates how football clubs can come together to support families when the sport itself becomes secondary to human loss.
Reminder: Spanish football was left in mourning after Tenerife forward Jesús de Miguel died in intensive care following a tragic incident during a league match.
Miguel Solomons
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