Miami observes moment of silence for late Norway-England player Jayden Adams

The Estadio de Miami observed a minute of silence on Saturday before the World Cup quarter-final match between Norway and England, paying tribute to the late South African midfielder Jayden Adams. Adams, who was 25 years old, was found deceased in a Cape Town residence.

Before the kick-off, following the national anthems, players from both Norway and England formed a circle at the center of the pitch. Fans in the packed stadium in Miami Gardens joined in the solemn tribute. A photograph of Adams was displayed on the stadium's giant screens during the emotional ceremony.

Adams had been a participant in South Africa's three group stage matches in Group A, facing Mexico, the Czech Republic, and South Korea. He did not play in their Round of 16 match against Canada. His passing has been met with widespread sorrow within the football community.

The Mexican Football Federation also extended its sympathies, echoing the tribute initiated by FIFA. The federation conveyed its "most sincere condolences" and joined in the grief of Adams' family, friends, and the entire South African football community during this difficult time. The tribute highlighted the impact Adams had, particularly as he had been on the field exactly one month prior when South Africa opened the World Cup against Mexico, a match Mexico won 2-0.

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We express our most sincere condolences and join in the grief that embraces his family, friends, and the entire South African football community in this difficult moment.