South Africa has announced that Bafana Bafana midfielder, Jayden Adams, who represented the nation at the 2026 World Cup died on Saturday at the age of 25.

In a statement announcing Adams’ sudden death, South Africa Sports Minister Gayton McKenzie said: “It is with profound shock and a heavy heart that I have learnt of the passing of Jayden Adams.”

McKenzie, however, failed to disclose the cause of the midfielder’s death but said: “South African football has lost one of its brightest young talents.” The Confederation of African Football (CAF) also paid tribute, saying on X: “Football has lost one of its own.

Meanwhile, The 2026 FIFA World Cup semi-final line-up has been confirmed after England and Argentina completed the last four with quarter-final victories.

France became the first nation to secure a semi-final place after defeating Morocco 2-0 on Thursday. Spain followed with a 2-1 win over Belgium on Friday to set up an all-European showdown.

England booked their place after coming from behind to beat Norway 2-1 after extra time in Miami, with Jude Bellingham scoring twice to inspire Thomas Tuchel’s side.