Fractional seconds can decide on the field – this may have caused the death of the Spanish striker who collided with his opponent

Dr. Judit Kovács, a forensic expert, discussed the potential causes of death for athletes who experience sudden chest impacts. This follows the tragic case of Jesús de Miguel, who collapsed after a collision with goalkeeper Jesús Owono during a match. Despite initial reports of stability, de Miguel's condition deteriorated, leading to his death. Kovács highlighted that the most common cause in such incidents is "commotio cordis," a condition triggered by a specific type of chest impact that can lead to cardiac arrest.