​Authorities have opened an investigation into the death of South Africa star Jayden Adams, who passed away just two weeks after representing his country at this summer’s FIFA World Cup. The 25-year-old Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder was discovered deceased at a residence in South Africa’s Cape Town on Saturday.AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementAuthorities have yet to disclose a cause of death, and an investigation remains active. A police statement read: “Cape Town central police registered an inquest for investigation following the discovery of the body of a 25-year-old male on Saturday.”On Sunday, Adams’ father, Juanito, told South African TV news station eNCA that the family was still awaiting autopsy results. He said, via The Mirror: “As you all know, it was an untimely death. The family is struggling to process it.-Credit:Steve Limentani/ISI Photos, ISI Photos via Getty Images”It won’t be easy to carry on. People say it will become easier, but it won’t. You just learn to live with it.”Poignant footage has surfaced on social media showing Adams seated in the locker room as his Bafana Bafana teammates celebrate their victory over South Korea, which clinched their spot in the knockout stages of the competition.AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementAdams appeared in all three of South Africa’s World Cup group stage matches, but remained on the bench for the 1-0 loss to Canada in the Round of 32. Tributes have flooded in for the midfielder, with his club Mamelodi Sundowns sharing a touching message.They said: “Mamelodi Sundowns are devastated by the tragic passing of Jayden Adams.”It is with heartfelt sorrow that Mamelodi Sundowns can confirm the passing of highly talented Bafana Bafana midfielder, Jayden Adams. The Chairman and the Motsepe Family, the Board of Directors, Technical Team, Players, Management, Staff, Supporters of Mamelodi Sundowns FC and the entire Yellow Nation express their deepest condolences to the family and friends as we mourn the loss of Jayden.To listen to the latest episode of ‘All Out Soccer’ – CLICK HEREAdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisement”We pray that the Almighty God comforts and strengthens the Adams family, his friends and everyone that knew him. Sundowns respectfully ask that the family’s privacy be honoured as they grieve this profound loss.”The South African Football Players Union (SAFPU) also honored his memory, stating: “The South African Football Players Union (SAFPU) is devastated by the untimely passing of Mamelodi Sundowns and Bafana Bafana midfielder Jayden Adams,” the statement read.”Jayden had only recently represented South Africa at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, carrying the hopes of the nation with pride, courage and distinction. His passing is an immeasurable loss to his family, teammates, clubs, the football fraternity and the country at large.”We extend our deepest condolences to the Adams family, Mamelodi Sundowns, Stellenbosch FC, Bafana Bafana and all those whose lives he touched.Advertisement