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“It’s good to be back in the team” – Makgopa Eager for Bafana Return
Evidence Makgopa is thrilled to be back in the Bafana Bafana squad after recovering from injury.
Jose Riveiro lauds Orlando Pirates substitute Evidence Makgopa
Orlando Pirates coach Jose Riveiro was full of praise for Evidence Makgopa after the striker came off the bench to score twice against Polokwane City on Tuesday Monnapule Saleng bagged his third goal of the season when he broke
Evidence Makgopa double inspires Pirates to victory over Polokwane
Orlando Pirates triumphed 3-0 over Polokwane City in the Betway Premiership, as Evidence Makgopa’s late brace shone at Orlando Stadium on Tuesday afternoon. The match started with Pirates asserting their dominance, enjoying 64% possession in the first half but
Thoka: Makgopa will score goals for Pirates
Former Baroka boss Matsemela Thoka has no doubts that Evidence Makgopa will be a success at Orlando Pirates.
Orlando Pirates continue rebuilding with the acquisition of four new players
Orlando Pirates confirmed the signing of four players, while simultaneously releasing a further six from their ranks.
Baroka confirm Makgopa has joined Pirates
Baroka FC have confirmed that striker Evidence Makgopa will be joining Orlando Pirates.
Broos thinks Makgopa should leave Baroka
Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos has urged forward Evidence Makgopa to leave newly-relegated Baroka FC and join a current DStv Premiership side instead.
Makgopa: I knew I had to go that extra mile
Evidence Makgopa says studying the way other strikers play has helped shape his game.
Evidence Makgopa, who was born on 5 June 2000, is a talented South African soccer player known for his proficiency as a forward. Currently, he is a key player for the Orlando Pirates in the South African Premier Soccer League (PSL) and also represents the South African national team.
Notably, he showcased his skills by representing the South Africa under-23 team at the 2020 Summer Olympics.
Makgopa’s journey to success began when he was scouted by Baroka in 2018 and subsequently promoted to their first team from their development squad in January 2020.
His debut for the club on 23 February 2020 in a 2–2 Nedbank Cup draw with Hungry Lions was memorable as he scored their second goal, propelling them to the next round of the competition after winning the penalty shoot-out.
In his league debut on 1 March 2020, despite a 2–1 defeat to Bloemfontein Celtic, Makgopa displayed his potential. The following week, he shone by scoring a brace in a 2–0 victory over Black Leopards, marking his first league goals for the club.
Throughout the 2019–20 season, Makgopa made 11 appearances for Baroka in all competitions, impressively scoring 5 goals and leaving a lasting impact on the team.