Club World Cup: Manchester City knocked out of competition by Al-Hilal

Football
1 Jul 2025 • 2:09 PM MYT
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  • Manchester City were eliminated from the Club World Cup after a 4-3 extra-time defeat to Al-Hilal in Orlando.
  • City initially took the lead through Bernardo Silva, but Al-Hilal responded with goals from Marcos Leonardo and Malcom to go ahead.
  • Erling Haaland and Phil Foden scored equalisers for Manchester City, with Foden's goal sending the match into extra time.
  • Al-Hilal regained the lead in extra time via Kalidou Koulibaly before Marcos Leonardo secured their victory with his second goal in the 112th minute.
  • The defeat means Manchester City will not progress further in the tournament, while Al-Hilal will face Fluminense in the semi-finals.

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