Downs, Kashima to cross swords

11 Dec 2016

Maxwell Ramaru In Osaka, Japan

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ON THE BALL: Teko Modise of Mamelodi Sundowns clears the ball from Ali Gabr of Zamalek during their CAF Champions League match. (BackpagePix)

Osaka - Mamelodi Sundowns will face an acid test when they start their campaign in the Fifa Club World Cup against home side Kashima Antlers in the second-round match at Suita City Stadium at 12.30 South African time on Sunday.

The CAF Champions League winners will need to be mentally strong to avoid being intimidated by the hosts’ vocal fans, who are expected to pack the venue and rally behind their team.

The J League winners’ fans inspired their side to come back from a goal down and knock out Oceania Champions Auckland City from New Zealand 2-1 in their playoff round match on Thursday.

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