Mamelodi Sundowns postpone Austria pre-season camp following death of Jayden Adams

Mamelodi Sundowns have postponed their planned pre-season trip to Austria as the club continues to deal with the tragic passing of midfielder Jayden Adams.

The reigning South African champions were scheduled to travel to Austria as part of their preparations for the upcoming season, with the overseas camp expected to form a key part of their build-up ahead of a demanding campaign.

However, according to reports by iDiski Times, Sundowns’ management has decided to temporarily delay the start of the European phase of their pre-season programme following the death of Adams.

The decision comes as the club and the football community continue to mourn the loss of the talented midfielder, whose passing has sent shockwaves through South African football.

Adams, who was part of the Sundowns squad, was regarded as one of the country’s promising young talents and had earned recognition for his performances at both club and international level.

The postponement of the Austria trip reflects the club’s desire to give players, technical staff and everyone connected to Sundowns time to process the difficult situation before resuming normal football activities.

Pre-season camps are usually an important period for teams to build fitness, improve tactical understanding and integrate new players ahead of the new season. For Sundowns, the Austria camp was expected to provide valuable preparation as they continue competing on multiple fronts.

The club’s schedule has now been adjusted, with management prioritising the well-being of the team following the emotional impact of Adams’ death.

Sundowns are expected to provide further updates regarding their revised pre-season plans, including a possible new travel date and adjustments to their training schedule.

The tragedy has also drawn messages of condolences from across South African football, with clubs, players and supporters paying tribute to Adams and expressing their support for his family, teammates and everyone affected by the loss.

As Sundowns prepare to eventually resume their preparations, the memory of Jayden Adams will remain at the centre of the club’s thoughts during this difficult period.