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Jayden Adams, Mamelodi Sundowns, April 2026

Adams admits 'Downs are feeling the heat ahead CCL final - 'We haven't won anything this season'

The Masandawana midfielder has opened up about the growing pressure cooker inside Chloorkop, admitting that the heat is well and truly on the Tshwane giants as they gear up for a season-defining continental scrap. With the domestic race slipping through their fingers, the Brazilians find themselves in the rare, uncomfortable position of having to prove they haven't lost their clinical edge.

Thabiso Monyane and Tashreeq Matthews, Mamelodi Sundowns vs Kaizer Chiefs May 2026

Sundowns 1-1 Chiefs: It's slipping away, Masandawana! Badi is to blame for horrible physicality in the game

Once again, the side from Naturena had a decisive say in the Premier Soccer League title race, standing firm to deny Masandawana the chance to pull clear at the summit in a dramatic showdown, as both teams settled for a hard-fought share of the spoils under the lights, leaving the Brazilians three points ahead of the Buccaneers, who have a game in hand and a better goal difference, and setting the race up to go right down to the wire.

Jayden Adams, Mamelodi Sundowns, April 2026

Adams opens up on Sundowns struggle

Downs midfield maestro has reflected on the psychological hurdles he faced during his early days at Chloorkop, admitting that the pressure of playing for the Brazilians was initially overwhelming. After a period in the wilderness that saw him lose his place in the national team, the 24-year-old has now emerged as a cornerstone of Miguel Cardoso’s tactical setup.

Mamelodi Sundowns, Esperance, April 2026

Esperance 0-1 Sundowns: 'I need Adams at the World Cup; Was it really a red card for Kekana?

After coming so close last season, Masandawana hope their campaign this time around will be successful. The Pretoria giants are the only team flying the country's flag at the continental level and are hopeful of winning a CAF Champions League second star. A win from home takes them closer again, but what stands between them and a second consecutive final is a second-leg action that will take place on April 18.

Jayden Adams, Bafana Bafana, 2026

Adams or Mbatha? Broos given ideal midfield choice for Bafana - 'He reminds me of Fabregas'

After initial struggles, the Mamelodi Sundowns star has rediscovered his form and become an important figure for his club. His rejuvenation saw him get called up to the Bafana Bafana team, and should he keep his form, his chances of going to the global showpiece are almost assured. Although Hugo Broos has numerous options for the midfield department, he has been asked to deploy the two Downs stars together.

Sipho Mbule, Bafana Bafana

Modise warns Mbule over 'wasted' talent

The former Mamelodi Sundowns star has issued a stark warning to the Buccaneers midfielder, saying the playmaker risks becoming a permanent 'what if' in South African football. Despite his natural talent, Mbule has struggled for consistency and has recently been left out of Hugo Broos’ national team plans.

Frequently asked questions

Lamine Yamal plays as a right winger as he is a left-footed player who cuts in from the flank, although he is capable of playing as an attacking midfielder, too. He is a prolific creator and also possesses a keen eye for goal.

Lamine Yamal was born in Esplugues de Llobregat, a municipality in the Barcelona metropolitan area, in Spain.

Lamine Yamal currently wears the No. 19 jersey at Barcelona, which was worn by his idol Lionel Messi between 2005 and 2008.

Lamine Yamal stands at 1.78m (5ft 10in). He loves taking on his opponents and is mature beyond his years, even though he's just 17.

The record-breaking Lamine Yamal weighs 66kg (145 lbs).

Lamine Yamal spent two years at local club La Torreta, before being scouted being Barcelona in 2014. The teenage sensation then joined the Catalans as a seven-year old and rose through the ranks before making his first-team debut in the 2022-23 season.

No, Lamine Yamal does not have any children.

Lamine Yamal went public with influencer girlfriend Alex Padilla as recently as the Euro 2024 final, but the duo have since unfollowed each other on Instagram after the latter was spotted sitting on someone's lap during a livestreamed video, which went viral.