Funeral of Spanish footballer Jesus de Miguel who died following horrific on-pitch collision
Summary
This episode covers the funeral of CD Tenerife striker Jesus de Miguel, who died following a fatal collision with an FC Andorra goalkeeper. Guests Dermot Corrigan and Cliona O'Flynn discuss the profound shock on Tenerife, where the team is a community pillar, and describe widespread tributes including a makeshift shrine and a stadium mass. The conversation also addresses questions regarding on-pitch medical protocols and the subsequent review of safety procedures in Spanish football.
Topics discussed
Introduction: Death of CD Tenerife striker Jesus de Miguel
Cliona O'Flynn on the shock and mourning in Tenerife
Fan tributes and the makeshift shrine at the stadium
Details of the funeral and impact on his family
Dermot Corrigan on the shocking nature of the collision
Jesus de Miguel's career and popularity in Spanish football
Goalkeeper's statement and questions on medical protocols
Review of safety procedures and closing remarks
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