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It's a bolt out of the blue. He suffered not only defeat but also injury. Man City are in shock defeat. He bowed his head due to Rodri's injury.
Manchester City, led by coach Josep Guardiola, lost 3-4 to Al Hilal (Saudi Arabia) in the round of 16 of the FIFA Club World Cup in 2025 at Camping World Stadium in Orlando, Florida on the 1st (Korea time).
Manchester City took the lead in the 10th minute with Bernardu Silva's first goal. Manchester City, in the mood, went on the offensive. However, he was repeatedly blocked by opposing goalkeeper Yasin Bunu. Al Hilal, who overcame the crisis, launched a counterattack at the beginning of the second half. Marcus Leonardu's score 42 seconds into the second half balanced the score 1-1. Al Hilal turned the game around in the seventh minute of the second half with Mau Kong's score. Manchester City tied the game 2-2 three minutes later on Elling Holan's goal.
The game led to extra time. Al Hilal found the lead in the fourth minute of extra time with Kalidou Koulibaly's header goal. Man City chased down with Phil Foden's score. However, the victory or defeat was decided in the eighth minute of the second half of extra time. Leonardo completed the winning run. The game ended with Al Hilal's victory.
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British media The Guardian said: 'Guardiola blamed his lack of ability after losing to Al Hilal. Rodri also said he was injured, according to the report. Rodri, who started the game on the bench, took the ground in the eighth minute of the second half instead of Ilkay Gündogan. However, he was replaced by Rodri in the first half of extra time and retired. Guardiola said "Lodri conveyed his discomfort with his situation.'
Manchester City was a strong contender for the championship. He joined the tournament as No. 1 in Group C (3 wins). However, they ended the challenge by losing to Al Hilal in the round of 16. Al Hilal, on the other hand, joined the tournament as second in Group H (1 win and 2 draws). He caught Manchester City and continued his journey as the only team in Asia. In the quarterfinals, they will face Fluminensee (Brazil).
Guardiola said "We felt we were doing well, but we have to go back now. It's time to take a break, and relax for the new season."
This article was translated by Naver AI translator.
