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