Police investigate death of South Africa midfielder Jayden Adams
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 16, 2026, 1:32 PM
Last updated Jul 16, 2026
Jayden Adams, a 25-year-old South Africa midfielder, was found dead in Cape Town on July 11. Adams was identified after police discovered his body in a house in Schotsche Kloof. He recently represented South Africa at the 2026 World Cup, participating in all three group-stage matches. Authorities have launched an investigation, and an autopsy is pending. A memorial service is scheduled for July 16 in Stellenbosch, with his funeral set for July 25.
- •Jayden Adams' body found in Cape Town on July 11.
- •He played in three matches at the 2026 World Cup.
- •An investigation into the circumstances of his death is ongoing.
- •Memorial service planned for July 16 in Stellenbosch.
- •Funeral scheduled for July 25 in his hometown.
- 1:32 PMYahoo Sports — What we know about South Africa soccer player Jayden Adams' death
"Police are investigating after finding 25-year-old South Africa midfielder Jayden Adams' body in a house in central Cape Town on July 11.
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