Ready for some football chaos? Al Hilal, the Saudi club known for its massive investments, has now made it to the knockout stage of the FIFA Club World Cup! Yes, you read that right! After beating Mexican side Pachuca 2-0 in the last group H match, Al Hilal finished second in the group with five points, just behind Real Madrid who topped the group with seven points. And that’s not all — in the knockout stage, they face a derby against Manchester City, promising a spectacular showdown.
But let’s rewind to the match that sealed it all. In the 22nd minute, captain Salem Al Dawsari scored a phenomenal lob goal against Pachuca, delivering a serious blow to the Mexican team. Although Pachuca had more shots and greater possession, Al Hilal controlled the game and created more dangerous chances. Everything was decided in stoppage time when Marcos Leonardo dribbled past the goalkeeper and scored the final 2-0.
Sergej Milinković-Savić played the full 90 minutes, while Aleksandar Mitrović missed the match due to injury. Al Hilal fans are now hoping Mitrović will be ready for the clash against Manchester City, scheduled for July 1st at 3:00 AM Serbian time. This is a chance to prove that Saudi football is not just about money but a serious contender on the world stage.
Is this the dawn of a new era in football? Will Al Hilal shock Manchester City? Or is this just a lucky coincidence? Either way, the football world is buzzing, and we can’t wait to see what happens next. Got your own hot takes, jokes, or conspiracy theories? Drop them here — we’re all about the fun and the drama!
