Manchester City travel to Camping World Stadium, Orlando, on Monday, July 1, 2025, to take on Al Hilal in what will be the first-ever competitive meeting between the two sides. The Man City vs Al Hilal FIFA Club World Cup Round of 16 Kick‑off is set for 02:00 UK (8:00 pm BST), and City will look to continue their winning run after a League Cup triumph earlier in the summer.
This is the first-ever competitive meeting between the two clubs. City topped Group G with a perfect record, including a 5–2 win over Juventus, while Al Hilal qualified as Group H runners-up after beating Pachuca 2–0.
Pep Guardiola’s side arrive unbeaten in 2025, boasting a potent attack led by Erling Haaland, whereas Al Hilal will lean on veterans like Aleksandar Mitrović and ex‑City full‑back João Cancelo to spring an upset.
Man City vs Al Hilal: 2025 Club World Cup round of 16
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The top 16 teams out of 32 from the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup teams have reached at the knockout stages after completing the group stages.
| Match Overview | |
|---|---|
| Teams | Manchester City vs Al Hilal |
| Date | Tuesday, June 30, 2025 |
| Time | 9:00 pm ET (6:30 am IST on July 1) |
| Venue | Camping World Stadium, Orlando, Florida |
| Key Players | |
| Manchester City | • Erling Haaland – clinical finisher • Kevin De Bruyne – creative playmaker • Phil Foden – dynamic attacker |
| Al Hilal | • Aleksandar Mitrović – powerful striker • João Cancelo – attacking full‑back • Salem Al‑Dawsari – experienced winger |
Head‑to‑Head
Since this is their maiden showdown, there are no past results to draw on—both teams will have to write fresh history on the pitch. Manchester City come into the match unbeaten in their last five outings (four wins and one draw), while Al Hilal have dropped just one of their last five (three wins, one draw).
| Head‑to‑Head & Tournament Records | |
|---|---|
| All‑time Meetings | No previous competitive meetings |
| Club World Cup Appearances | Manchester City: First appearance Al Hilal: 3rd appearance (best finish – runners‑up in 2022) |
| Recent Form (last 5) | Man City: W‑W‑W‑D‑W Al Hilal: W‑L‑W‑W‑D |
Manchester City vs Al Hilal 2025 FIFA Club World Cup Lineup Prediction
Manchester City are likely to line up with Ederson in goal; a back four of Kyle Walker, Rúben Dias, Manuel Akanji, and Aymeric Laporte, Rodri, Kevin De Bruyne, and Phil Foden in midfield; and a front two of Julián Álvarez alongside Haaland.
Al Hilal should counter with Lee Woonsung; Otávio, Mohamed Nem, Ali Al‑Burayk, and Moad Maarkouch; Salman Al‑Faraj, Giuliano, and Abdullah Al‑Jalil; with Giovinco supporting Mitrović up front.
| Predicted Lineups | ||
|---|---|---|
| Position | Manchester City | Al Hilal |
| Goalkeeper | Ederson | Lee Woonsung |
| Defenders | Walker, Dias, Akanji, Laporte | Otávio, Nem, Al‑Burayk, Maarkouch |
| Midfielders | Rodri, De Bruyne, Foden | Al‑Faraj, Giuliano, Al‑Jalil |
| Forwards | Álvarez, Haaland, Palmer | Giovinco, Mitrović, Al‑Dawsari |
TV Broadcast & Streaming
TV Broadcast and Live Streaming of the Club World Cup, Fans in the USA can watch live on DNZA, while viewers in the UK should tune into Sky Sports Football and FIFA+. In the Middle East and North Africa, beIN Sports holds the rights, and viewers in India can catch the game on Sony Ten 2 or via Sony LIV.
What is the winner’s prize for the round of 16 winner team?
The 2025 Club World Cup round of 16 Clubs that win their Round of 16 match and advance to the Quarter-finals receive an estimated $2.5 million in prize money. FIFA Club World Cup 2025 Round of 16 Prize Money Breakdown for terminated and qualifying for the next round depends on different factors.
How to buy Man City vs Al Hilal FIFA Club World Cup Cheap tickets?
Manchester City vs Al Hilal tickets are on sale for as low as $87 to witness the two teams face off. The 2025 Club World Cup prize ticket is available at different prices.
