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South Africa and Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder Jayden Adams, who featured in all three of his country's group matches at this summer's World Cup, has died aged 25.
South Africa and Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder Jayden Adams dies at the age of 25, just weeks after featuring for his country at the World Cup.
The midfielder represented South Africa at this summer's World Cup
After Canada beat South Africa to win their first-ever FIFA World Cup knockout match and advance to the round of 16, coach Jesse Marsch didn't hesitate to call his players "Canadian heroes."
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Mirror Football · 19 Aug 2026