South Africa mourns 25-year-old World Cup midfielder Jayden Adams
South Africa’s 25-year-old midfielder Jayden Adams died two weeks after competing at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, where he played in three group-stage matches. Sundowns confirmed his passing, with condolences from SAFPU and the government, and FIFA president Gianni Infantino expressed his sorrow. The cause of death hasn’t been disclosed. Adams earned nine international caps and scored his sole international goal in WC qualifying vs. Benin in March 2025, and SA finished second in Group A at the World Cup.