Al Hilal of Saudi Arabia caused a major upset, defeating Manchester City 4-3 in extra time in the Club World Cup's last 16. This victory, fueled by strong performances from former Premier League players and a controversial disallowed goal, secured Al Hilal a significant $13.7 million prize. The win highlights Saudi Arabia's growing investment in football and its ambitious global sports strategy, culminating in hosting the World Cup in 2034. City, despite a strong comeback, missed out on advancing and the associated prize money. Al Hilal now advances to the quarterfinals.

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