India, July 11 -- Jayden Adams, a midfielder for Mamelodi Sundowns and the South African national team, has passed away at the age of 25, only weeks after representing his country in the World Cup.

During the tournament, Adams participated in all three group matches for South Africa, which advanced to the knockout phase before being defeated by co-hosts Canada in the round of 32.

"It is with profound shock and a heavy heart that I have learnt of the passing of Jayden Adams," stated Gayton McKenzie, South Africa's minister of sport, arts and culture, in an official statement.

"South African football has lost one of its brightest young talents, and our nation mourns alongside his family, his team-mates and the millions of supporters who ...