South Africa midfielder Jayden Adams dies at the age of 25, according to multiple reports. Adams plays for Mamelodi Sundowns and represents Bafana Bafana. Sources say he took part in this summer’s FIFA World Cup, where South Africa progresses to the round of 32. The Athletic reports Adams appears in three group-stage matches during the tournament in the United States, Canada and Mexico.

Several outlets state that no official cause of death is released. France 24 and The Independent report police open an investigation after Adams’ body is found in a suburb in central Cape Town. Other reports mention tributes from football figures, teammates, and fans following his death. CAF also issues a statement mourning his passing.

Across the coverage, Adams’ World Cup involvement and club affiliation are consistently cited, while the circumstances and medical cause of death remain undisclosed pending investigation.