Mzansi hit hard as Sundowns’ Jayden Adams passes away days after triumph World Cup outing

Mamelodi Sundowns and Bafana Bafana star Jayden Adams has tragically passed away at the age of 25.

The versatile midfielder was part of the South Africa team that reached the Round of 32 in the almost concluding 2026 FIFA World Cup co-hosted by Mexico, the United States and Canada.

Adams had established himself as a key player at Masandawana especially in the second half of the season, which saw him cement his place in Hugo Broos’ team for the prestigious global competition.

Details surrounding this unfortunate incident are unclear at this point, but we will provide full information when available.

Adams’ passing confirmed

The late midfielder’s mentor Brendine Johnson has confirmed the tragic news.

“At this moment, things are still raw, you know, things are still raw. The family wouldn’t want to be contacted right now, they wouldn’t be able to answer anyone. This passing has ripped everybody apart, returning from the World Cup just now, and then got such news, you know,” he said as quoted by Soccer Laduma.

“I had a close conversation with him on Thursday, the guy was really positive on returning back, and being able to return after the World Cup and go, you know, being a CAF champion, knowing what lies ahead, he was prepared. He doesn’t waste time away, being at home with his family.

“So at this moment,  I don’t even have words to say, but we ask that the family’s privacy be respected. Yes, I can tell you that he passed on. Nobody expected this,” he concluded.

Afrik-Foot condoles with the family and the country at large for losing one of the best talents in Mzansi.