Khamaa��s shot at the big time beckons

Raymond Jaravaza
FOR Khama Billiat the Fifa Club World Cup in Japan next week is so far his best shot at being noticed by clubs from Europe.

That chance to play against the biggest names in world football when Mamelodi Sundowns play the likes of Spanish giants Real Madrid and other top continental teams from all over the world is priceless.

Sundowns play champions from six confederations by virtue of being the Confederation of African Football (CAF) champions league title holders and their arrival at this stage can be credited to Khamaa��s ruthless performance in front of goal.

Since ita��s the big stage, Billiat is ready to show the world what he can do.

a�?I have already worked on certain areas that I think I am weak in because this is a lifetime opportunity which doesna��t come twice. You might get it once and if you dona��t use it in doing your best it will be a disadvantage to your career.

This is why I am saying I need to go to this tournament in the best form,a�? he told KickOff.com.

The Japan tournament will be a haven for scouts scurrying for the best talent to sign for big football clubs around the world.

a�?You never know who will be watching. If you are on top of your game some people might get interested in you. It is a bigger tournament and bigger opportunity for us to really bring our best form and see what will happen afterwards,a�? he said.

Teams:

Mamelodi Sundowns (South Africa), Confederation of African Football

Atletico Nacional (Colombia), South American Football Confederation

Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors (South Korea), Asian Football Confederation

Club AmA�rica, (Mexico), The Confederation of North, Central America and Caribbean Football Association

Kashima Antlers (Japan), Asian Football Confederation

Auckland City, (Australia) Oceania Football Confederation

Real Madrid (Spain) Union of European Football Associations