South African World Cup player Jayden Adams dies aged 25
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- Sun 12 Jul 2026 at 6:39amSun 12 Jul 2026 at 6:39amJayden Adams passed away after playing at the World Cup.
- (Getty Images: FIFA/Hector Vivas)In short:Jayden Adams, 25, died after playing for South Africa at the World Cup.
- South Africa's players' union described his passing as "an immeasurable loss" for the country.
Confirmed
- Sun 12 Jul 2026 at 6:39amSun 12 Jul 2026 at 6:39amJayden Adams passed away after playing at the World Cup.
- (Getty Images: FIFA/Hector Vivas)In short:Jayden Adams, 25, died after playing for South Africa at the World Cup.
- South Africa's players' union described his passing as "an immeasurable loss" for the country.