Gift Motupa
South African association football player
South Africa
Midfielder
Gift Motupa: profile
Gift Motupa (born 23 September 1994 in Limpopo, South Africa) is a former South African footballer who played as a midfielder.
Motupa started out at Baroka F.C. in 2013. He played for 2 clubs since 2013. The busiest spell of his career was at Baroka F.C. (2013–2015): 50 appearances and 18 goals. Across all recorded club spells he totals 50 appearances and 18 goals.
At international level, Motupa represented South Africa (2015–present). He also played for South Africa at under-23 level.
Key facts
- Senior international debut
- 2015 (aged about 21)
- Club goals per game
- 0.36 (18 in 50)
- Height
- 176 cm — taller than 47% of South African internationals on record
- Latest move
- Orlando Pirates F.C. (2015)
- Shares a birthday with
- Walid Regragui, Hicham Boudaoui and Prince Kwabena Adu (more)
Club career
| Years | Club | League | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013–2015 | Baroka F.C. |
Premier Soccer League | 50 | 18 |
| 2015– | Orlando Pirates F.C. |
Premier Soccer League | – | – |
| Total | 50 | 18 |
Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.
International career
| Years | Team | Level | Caps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015– | South Africa U23 |
Under-23 | – | – |
| 2015– | South Africa |
Senior | – | – |
Frequently asked questions
How old is Gift Motupa?
Gift Motupa was born on 23 September 1994, which makes him 32 years old.
Where was Gift Motupa born?
Gift Motupa was born in Limpopo, South Africa.
Which national team does Gift Motupa play for?
Gift Motupa played international football for South Africa.
Which clubs has Gift Motupa played for?
Gift Motupa's recorded clubs are Baroka F.C. and Orlando Pirates F.C..
How tall is Gift Motupa?
Gift Motupa is 176 cm (5 ft 9 in) tall.
What position does Gift Motupa play?
Gift Motupa played as a midfielder.
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