South Africa and Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder Jayden Adam’s has been pronounced dead on Saturday evening just a few days after playing at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Adams, 25, featured for the Bafana Bafana at the ongoing World Cup in Canada, Mexico and United States, playing in all the three group games.

South Africa’s Minister of sport, arts and culture Gayton McKenzie said, in a statement, “it is with profound shock and a heavy heart that I have learnt of the passing of Jayden Adams. 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 watched him grow from a promising academy prospect into a full Bafana Bafana international.”

Police in South Africa has opened an investigation after Adams body was found at a house in Schotschekloof, a suburb in central Cape Town on Saturday.

McKenzie stated that the cause of Jayden’s passing has not yet been confirmed and appealed to 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.

“Any official information will be communicated by the appropriate parties in due course.” He said.

Adams began playing football at Stellenbosch, before moving to Mamelodi Sundowns in January 2025, helping the team to win the 2024/25 PSL League title and most recently the CAF Champions League.

FIFA President also conveyed his heartfelt condolences to the family and the football fraternity in South Africa and beyond.

“It’s so incredibly sad to hear that South Africa midfielder Jayden Adams has passed away just weeks after featuring in his nation’s historic Fifa World Cup campaign. My thoughts and condolences, as well as those of everyone at Fifa and the global football community, are with his family, friends and team-mates. The Bafana Bafana and Mamelodi Sundowns star will be sorely missed. May he rest in peace.” He stated.

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Uganda Premeir League Champions Vipers continue to show their intent ahead of the season by bolstering their squad with new arrivals.

Over the past few days, the Venoms have been on a recruiting spree, including announcing a new coach in Frenchman David Lavagne.

The latest acquisition for the Entebbe-road based side is striker Cesar Lobi Manzoki who returns to the club for the second stint.

Vipers confirmed the return of Manzoki on Saturday evening, putting to paper on a two-year deal.

“Vipers SC is delighted to announce the return of the Congolese goal machine ahead of the 2026/27 season, bringing back a player whose name remains etched among the greatest ever to wear the famous red and black. Cesar Lobi Manzoki has returned home after putting pen to paper for a two-year deal.” Confirmed the club.

The Central African Republic international first arrived at Kitende in 2021 and featured for the club for two seasons, scoring 26 goals in 46 League matches.

In the 2022/23 campaign, Manzoki was the top scorer with 18 goals helping the team to win the League that season.

Since his departure, he has played at Dalian Pro in China, Hatta Club in the United Arab Emirates, Mohammedan Sporting Club in Bangladesh and most recently Eastern District FC in Hong Kong.

Upon return, the gangly forward who has been training with the club recently believes this is like coming back home.

“It’s amazing to be back to a place I call home, rejoining Vipers SC is something I think someone is lucky enough to experience once in a lifetime, but for me it is happening twice. That makes it even more special because I enjoyed fantastic years here.” He said.

Manzoki becomes the fourth signing for Vipers in this transfer window, joining Joel Sserunjogi, Nicholas Mwere, Loyce Mbaba from Ghabon and Congolese defender Jacques Mangoba.

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URA Ladies are the Champions of the 2025/26 FUFA Women Elite League after defeating Jinja United Women FC in the final on Saturday at Muteesa II Stadium, Wankulukuku.

The Tax Collection secured a hard fought 1-0 win to emerge Champions of the second tier league on the women’s football pyramid in Uganda.

The lone goal came through Belinda Hope Nabawanuka who drilled a low drive past the onrushing goalkeeper at the half hour mark.

It should be noted that both teams have already secured their places in the FUFA Women Super League next season.

URA Ladies topped Elizabeth Group while Jinja United finished top of Victoria Group. According the FUFA Competitions rules, the leaders of either group at the end of the regular season get promoted.

The 2026/27 FUFA Women Super League is expected to kickoff in October.

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