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Home > Sports News > South African footballer Jayden Adams has passed away

South African footballer Jayden Adams has passed away

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has announced that Jayden Adams, who played for South Africa in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, has passed away.

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Published: 11.07.2026 18:30 Updated: 11.07.2026 18:30
South African footballer Jayden Adams has passed away

Jayden Adams, the 25-year-old player who played for Mamelodi Sundowns in the South African League and competed in all group matches for South Africa in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, has lost his life.

The news of Adams' death was announced by the Confederation of African Football (CAF) with the words "Football has lost one of its own," though the cause of his death remains unknown.

Jayden Adams made 9 appearances for South Africa, scoring 1 goal in those matches.

Adams played in all 3 of his team's matches at the World Cup. Jayden Adams, who began his professional career at Stellenbosch FC in the South African League, transferred to Mamelodi Sundowns after playing for the team for 5 seasons.


News Source: İHA

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