Two Weeks After World Cup Participation, 'Bafana Bafana' Player Dies at 25
South Africa's Ministry of Sports announced the death of international midfielder Jayden Adams, who played in all three of his country's group stage matches at the 2026 World Cup.
South Africa's Ministry of Sports announced the death of international midfielder Jayden Adams, who played in all three of his country's group stage matches at the 2026 World Cup.
The Ministry of Sports in the country announced the death of the 25-year-old midfielder. The cause of death has not been announced.
Adams was part of a historic journey for 'Bafana Bafana' (South Africa), as they played their first knockout match in this tournament.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino offered his condolences.
The country's football players' union said: 'South African football has lost a talented player, a dedicated servant of the game, and a young man who still had much to offer.'
In a report by Don Riddell, CNN's sports correspondent, details.
Original source: CNN Arabic
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