Jayden Adams: Mamelodi Sundowns Star Compared to World Cup Winner After Recent Performance
- Mamelodi Sundowns star Jayden Adam has been compared to a FIFA World Cup winner after his recent standout display for Masandawana
- The South African midfielder is back to his best under Miguel Cardoso at Sundowns and has earned a return to the national team
- The former Stellenbosch FC midfielder is also being tipped to be a starter for Hugo Broos' Bafana Bafana at the 2026 FIFA World Cup
Mamelodi Sundowns playmaker Jayden Adams has been likened to a FIFA World Cup winner after his recent top-class performance for the Brazilians.
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Adams has rediscovered his best form at Masandawana, a resurgence that has earned him a return to the South Africa national football team setup. He was part of the Bafana Bafana squad called up to play against Panama in the last international break.
Bafana Bafana drew the first leg against the Central American nation in Durban, but lost the second leg of the fixture in Cape Town a few days later.
Adams compared to Fabregas
Sekhukhune United midfielder Linda Mntambo has praised the talent of Adams, likening his style to that of 2010 FIFA World Cup winner Cesc Fabregas.
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Mntambo believes the South African international should line up alongside Teboho Mokoena at the World Cup for Bafana Bafana, highlighting his exceptional abilities.
“Chemistry in the national team is key. Jayden reads the game exceptionally well — he’s comfortable under pressure, contributes effectively in build-up play, and operates intelligently between the lines as a number eight. He reminds me a lot of Cesc Fàbregas during his Arsenal days,” he told Soccer Laduma.
“He also showed at the international level for Spain that he could adapt across multiple roles — as a six, eight, ten, or even a false nine. With Jayden on the ball, the tempo seems to slow down; he creates time and space for himself in a way others often can’t.”
Cardoso on Bafana's chance at World Cup
Meanwhile, Mamelodi Sundowns head coach Miguel Cardoso is confident that the strong representation of his players in the South Africa national football team squad could boost the country’s prospects at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Several Sundowns stars are expected to form the backbone of Hugo Broos’ Bafana Bafana squad for the global football tournament in North America, including goalkeeper Ronwen Williams, defenders Aubrey Modiba and Khuliso Mudau, as well as midfielder Teboho Mokoena.
Adams is also in contention to be an important player for Broos at the tournament alongside veteran attacking midfielder, Themba Zwane if he eventually makes the squad.
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The Portuguese tactician believes their exposure to elite competitions such as the FIFA Club World Cup will prepare them mentally to compete confidently on the global stage.
“Small margins can make a big difference. Getting a positive result in the opening game can ease the pressure significantly. The nation must back the team without adding extra burden. The group is challenging, but it’s certainly not beyond us,” he said.
Broos sends a message to Sundowns
Briefly News also reported that Broos sent a message to Mamelodi Sundowns ahead of their second fixture against Panama in Cape Town.
The Belgian mentor also shared his plans ahead of the game, as the team continue to prepare for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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