Felipe Miñambres: "It won't be a normal match"

Tenerife president Miñambres says the upcoming match will be emotionally difficult following the death of striker Jesús de Miguel.

Tenerife president Felipe Miñambres acknowledged that the club's next match will not be a normal fixture in the wake of the tragic death of striker Jesús de Miguel. Speaking to Cadena SER, Miñambres said the team is "advancing and trying to improve" while dealing with the loss, and stressed the importance of supporting the players so they can "focus on the game as best as possible."

Miñambres confirmed there will be time for further tributes to de Miguel later. "The closest thing is the match and then things will come up," he said. "Jesús will always be here and we have to see how he will be remembered with some acts. He will surely not be forgotten."

The Tenerife president also praised the football world's support, particularly from rivals Las Palmas. Both clubs will share the traditional Teide de Oro award on 18 December "for their exemplary behaviour in very difficult moments for Spanish football."

Las Palmas president Miguel Ángel Ramírez echoed the sentiment, calling de Miguel's death "a real tragedy" and emphasizing that despite sporting rivalry, the clubs must stand united in such circumstances.