South African footballer Jayden Adams' poignant tribute to his grandmother has resurfaced. He spoke of her support while playing in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Adams died at 25, weeks after his grandmother's passing. His club has not revealed the cause of his death. The midfielder had been battling depression following his grandmother's demise.

The midfielder represented South Africa at this summer's World Cup

South African football is in mourning following the tragic passing of 25-year-old Mamelodi Sundowns and Bafana Bafana midfielder Jayden Adams in Cape Town.

South Africa star Jayden Adams has sadly passed away aged 25 just weeks after playing at the World Cup, according to reports.

Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder Jayden Adams passed away at 25, only weeks following his participation in the World Cup.

South Africa World Cup midfielder Jayden Adams has died at 25. The Mamelodi Sundowns star played through personal tragedy at the 2026 FIFA World Cup weeks

South African midfielder Jayden Adams, who represented his country at the ongoing World Cup, died Saturday at the age of 25, Sports Minister Gayton McKenzie said.

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Jayden Adams, a 25-year-old midfielder, has tragically passed away following his participation in the World Cup. Known for his talent.

South Africa international and Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder Jayden Adams has died at 25, weeks after the World Cup. Learn more about Jayden Adams' passing.

The midfielder represented his country at this year's World Cup. The circumstances surrounding his death were not immediately clear.

Football is in mourning after the sudden death of South Africa midfielder Jayden Adams, who has passed away just weeks after playing for his country at the FIFA World Cup 2026.…

The 25-year-old had played a crucual role in helping Bafana Bafana reach the knockout stages.

The 25-year-old had played a crucual role in helping Bafana Bafana reach the knockout stages.

South Africa international midfielder Jayden Adams, who featured in all three of his side’s group stage games at the 2026 World Cup, has died, the country’s sports ministry said…

Jayden Adams, a 25-year-old South African footballer for Mamelodi Sundowns, has died unexpectedly. He is survived by partner and their daughter.

South Africa midfielder Jayden Adams has died at the age of 25, according to the country's sports ministry on Saturday. Officials have not disclosed a cause of death for the…

Jayden Adams started two of the three World Cup matches he appeared in for South Africa. | Football News

No official cause of death was released. "The South African Football Players Union (SAFPU) is devastated by the untimely passing of Mamelodi Sundowns and Bafana Bafana midfielder…

Jayden Adams' death was confirmed by South Africa's minister of sport, arts and culture on Saturday.

Jayden Adams' cause of death remains unconfirmed, but unverified social media claims allege he died by suicide at his Cape Town home.