World Cup fans are reacting to the tragic news that South Africa player Jayden Adams has died less than two weeks after the team’s last game in the FIFA tournament. The soccer player was just 25 years old at the time of his death.
Adams’ cause of death has yet to be revealed and the South Africa federation is encouraging fans and media members alike to avoid speculating on the tragedy. South Africa’s minister of sport, arts and culture Gayton McKenzie released a statement on Adams’ death, per BBC.
“The cause of Jayden’s passing has not yet been confirmed, and I wish to appeal to members of the media and the public to exercise restraint and compassion, and to refrain from speculation, while his family and Mamelodi Sundowns are given the space and privacy they need at this incredibly difficult time,” McKenzie remarked.
“Any official information will be communicated by the appropriate parties in due course.”
Here’s what you need to know about Adams’ tragic death.
Jayden Adams Mourned the Loss of His Grandmother During the World Cup
South Africa advanced to the Round of 32 before losing 1-0 to Canada on June 28. Adams was grieving the loss of his grandmother during the World Cup.
“I will always remember watching Bafana’s match against Czechia in Atlanta,” McKenzie noted, per Yahoo Sports.
“I recall noting how unusually quiet Jayden seemed on the bench in the second half, after he had been substituted, it was only afterwards that we learnt he had taken to the field that day carrying the fresh grief of losing his grandmother, Marianna, who had passed away only hours before kick-off.”
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