Evidence Makgopa is a formidable South African football talent whose rise has established him as one of the most physically imposing and tactically reliable strikers in the country. Standing at 1.88m, he blends aerial dominance with deceptive mobility and a high defensive work rate, making him the preferred focal point for the Bafana Bafana attack under Hugo Broos.
Currently, Makgopa is playing his trade in the South African Betway Premiership with Orlando Pirates, where he has grown into a vital figure in the Buccaneers’ offensive setup since his move from Baroka FC in 2022.
At the international level, his value was underscored by his pivotal role in South Africa’s bronze-medal finish at the 2023 AFCON. As of late 2025, he has earned 22 caps and scored 5 goals for the senior national team, including a crucial strike in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers against Rwanda.
Salary
Per professional estimates, South African international Evidence Makgopa earns a competitive salary at Orlando Pirates. While the Soweto giants do not publicly disclose specific wages, reports in late 2025 place him among the club’s high-tier earners following his consistent performances on the continental stage.
His deal reflects his status as a regular starter for both club and country, supplemented by performance-related bonuses for his contributions in the CAF Champions League and domestic cup competitions like the Carling Knockout, which Pirates won in December 2025.
| Annual Salary | $143,700 |
| Monthly Salary | $11,975 |
| Weekly Salary | $2,944 |
| Daily Salary | $428 |
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Market value
According to Transfermarkt, the 25-year-old South African striker’s current market value is approximately €1.2 million as of December 2025.
His valuation reached a career high following his impressive 2025/26 season start, where he recorded four goals and three assists in his first 18 appearances. His agent has recently noted significant interest from the English Championship and North African clubs ahead of the 2026 January window.
| Date | Market Value | Age | Club |
| 02.23.2020 | €25,000 | 19 | Baroka FC |
| 06.15.2021 | €350,000 | 21 | Baroka FC |
| 01.15.2022 | €400,000 | 21 | Baroka FC |
| 01.05.2024 | €500,000 | 23 | Orlando Pirates |
| 05.28.2025 | €900,000 | 24 | Orlando Pirates |
| 12.12.2025 | €1,200,000 | 25 | Orlando Pirates |
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Career
Evidence Makgopa’s football journey has been one of steady progression, moving from the rural outskirts of Limpopo to the bright lights of Soweto and international football:
- Youth / Early Career: Born in GaMampa, Limpopo, he was scouted while playing in the amateur ranks before joining the Baroka FC youth system.
- Baroka FC (2020–2022): Made a sensational professional debut, scoring twice in his first start. He finished his tenure at the club with 16 goals in 71 appearances, earning him a reputation as a “big-game player.”
- Orlando Pirates (2022–): Since joining the Sea Robbers, he has become a tactical anchor for the team. In the 2025/26 season, he played a central role in their Carling Knockout triumph and their return to the CAF Champions League group stages.
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Accolades & highlights
While his career is still on an upward trajectory, Makgopa has already secured major milestones. He was a member of the South Africa U23 squad at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics (held in 2021), where he scored against France.
Domestically, he has helped Orlando Pirates secure multiple cup titles, while his international highlight remains his goal against Morocco in the 2023 AFCON Round of 16, which helped dump the World Cup semi-finalists out of the tournament.
