The stars of the Orlando Pirates are “brothers,” not “adversaries.”

Evidence demonstrates Makgopa has been candid about his friendship with Zakhele Lepasa, a striker for the Bafana Bafana and another Orlando Pirate.

Evidence Makgopa of the Orlando Pirates celebrates his goal with teammates on November 11, 2023, during the DStv Premiership 2023–24 game between the Orlando Pirates and Kaizer Chiefs at the FNB Stadium in Johannesburg. ©BackpagePix/Muzi NtombelaThe relationship between Orlando Pirates striker Evidence Makgopa and teammate Zakhele Lepasa has been made public.

Their rivalry for the same position at the Pirates and Bafana Bafana has the potential to damage their relationship.

But according to Makgopa, who has surpassed Lepasa in recent months, it is not at all the case.

Watch what the leading striker for the Orlando Pirates and Bafana Bafana said about his rivalry with his colleague.

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“At times, you have to acknowledge that although this guy is my competitor, he is ultimately my brother.” Striker Evidence Makgopa of the Orlando Pirates told iDiskiTimes.At the end of the day, we must be brothers. Even in a club, one person has to encourage and show affection for the other when they are playing. At times, we converse and advise one another to “lift yourself up” and “get over these people [who criticize us].”

But Zakes and I, as attackers, are aware of this better. Even if you play well as a striker, people will still think you’re not a good striker if you don’t score any goals. It is what it is, and we discuss it occasionally. “Eish bra, it’s tough; we need to take action,” we say.

In other news, Siyabonga Ngezana, a former star of the Kaizer Chiefs, has returned to Romania after spending a short vacation in South Africa.

In recent weeks, the FCSB defender has been connected to a sensational transfer to Lorient of French Ligue 1.

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This follows his arrival to FCSB at the start of the season and a run of impressive displays for the Romanian powerhouse.

Reports state that FCSB turned down Lorient’s R105 million offer for Ngezana.

The Kaizer Chiefs academy graduate has already returned to Romania and is getting ready for tomorrow’s game against UTA Arad while the negotiations drag on.

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Ngezana, a former Amakhosi star, is returning to Europe.

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Siyabonga Ngezana has safely returned to Romania, according to SoccerLaduma, and is getting ready for Monday’s Romanian Liga 1 matchup against UTA Arad.

Currently with 44 points after 21 games, FCSB is first in the log standings.