Khama on the brink

WARRIORS talisman, Khama Billiat has significantly enhanced his chances of writing his name into football folklore by becoming the first Zimbabwean to win the Caf African Player of the Year award after helping his side, Mamelodi Sundowns clinch the Caf Champions League trophy in Alexandra, Egypt, on Sunday.

Although the South African side were beaten 1-0 by home side Zamalek, they still lifted the cup on a 3-1 aggregate score after a convincing first leg victory in Pretoria a week before.

Billiat did not register his name on the scoresheet in those two matches, but has been the standout performer for his side, both domestically and on the African safari.

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