Jayden Adams’ partner, Aqueelah Adendorf, has paid tribute to the soccer player following his death at age 25.Adendorf is the longtime partner of Jayden Adams. She is also the mother of his five-year-old daughter Allaia-Jayda. She has maintained a relatively private life. On Adams’ death, she shared a picture with him holding his hand, and wrote:“There are no words to describe the pain I’m feeling. Rest in peace, my love. Thank you for every memory, every laugh, every hug, and every moment we shared. You were not only the love of my life but also my greatest supporter and my best friend. A part of my heart left with you, and I will carry your love with me forever. Until we meet again, I’ll miss you every single day. Rest easy, my angel. I love you always and forever.” View this post on Instagram Instagram PostThe news came weeks after he represented his country at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. No official cause of death has been confirmed and authorities have opened an inquest.Who is Jayden Adams? Everything to know about his lifeJayden Adams was a midfielder for Mamelodi Sundowns and the South African national team who died on July 11. Tributes from the global football community have poured in following Jayden's sudden passing.South Africa's Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture, Gayton McKenzie, announced the sudden passing of the midfielder. He shared a statement stating:“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.”Jayden Adams of South Africa runs with the ball during the FIFA World Cup 2026 - Mexico v South Africa: Group A - Source: GettyAqueelah Adendorf was a loving and dedicated partner to Jayden. She often posted pictures with Jayden and their daughter, who turned 5 this May. She organized a Pamper Party for her young girl.On May 27, Aqueelah posted a touching tribute for Jayden Adams on Instagram. It was a celebratory post where she praised him for his selection in the 2026 FIFA World Cup with the South African national team. Praising his discipline, perseverance and faith, she wrote:“From the hard work, sacrifices, early mornings, disappointments, and moments nobody saw, you kept going, stayed disciplined, and trusted God through it all. And now look at you… representing your country on the national team.”She highlighted his inspirational qualities and his unwavering support and added:“I don’t think you even realize how inspiring you are. You deserve every single moment of this because I’ve seen how much you’ve worked for it. Through every challenge, you never gave up on your dream.”Jayden’s birth name was Jayden Oswin Adams, born in May 2001 in Cape Town, South Africa. He grew up in a modest environment in Cloetesville, a township in Stellenbosch. He developed a passion for football from a young age and progressed through local youth structures.The late athlete rose through the Stellenbosch FC academy and became a milestone for the club. In August 2020, he signed his first professional contract and began his career as Stellenbosch FC’s first alum. He represented South Africa at the senior level and recently featured in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.According to a BBC report, police opened an investigation in Jayden Adam’s case after they found his body at a house in Schotschekloo, a suburb in central Cape Town.