South Africa’s national team coach, Hugo Broos, has admitted he faces a selection dilemma over striker Evidence Makgopa ahead of the FIFA World Cup. The forward’s limited game time at Orlando Pirates has raised concerns about his readiness for the global stage.

Speaking on 947’s MSW, Broos acknowledged the difficulty of including a player who has not been consistently active at club level. “Makgopa does not play anymore at Pirates. That makes my job difficult,” he said. “When you go to the World Cup and take a player who didn’t play for months, you have a problem.”

Makgopa, once considered a promising attacking option for Bafana Bafana, now finds his place under serious threat. With international tournaments demanding peak fitness and sharpness, Broos has emphasized the importance of regular competitive minutes.

The situation highlights a broader selection philosophy: balancing loyalty and potential against current form. While Makgopa’s talent is not in question, his lack of recent match exposure could hinder team performance in high-stakes matches.

Broos must now decide whether to take a calculated risk or opt for in-form alternatives. As the World Cup approaches, every squad spot carries weight, and sentiment may give way to pragmatism.

The coming weeks will be crucial for Makgopa to revive his chances—or risk missing out on football’s biggest stage.