Jayden Adams (South Africa) looks on during Group A FIFA World Cup 2026, Chezia and South Africa , Atlanta Stadium, Atlanta, United States on June 18 2026. (Photo by Ulrik Pedersen/NurPhoto via AFP)
Confédération Africaine de Football President Dr Patrice Motsepe has expressed sadness over the death of South Africa international and Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder Jayden Adams.
In a condolence message, Motsepe described the 25-year-old as a player who represented South Africa at the 2026 FIFA World Cup and was part of the Mamelodi Sundowns side that won the 2026 TotalEnergies CAF Champions League in Rabat.
On behalf of CAF and its 54 Member Associations, Motsepe extended his condolences to the South African Football Association (SAFA), its president Dr Danny Jordaan, Mamelodi Sundowns Football Club and Adams’ family.
“On behalf of CAF and its 54 Member Associations, Dr Motsepe conveys his heartfelt condolences to the South African Football Association (SAFA), and its President, Dr Danny Jordaan, Mamelodi Sundowns Football Club and to the Family of Jayden Adams,” the Saturday statement said.
