Fluminense vs Al Hilal Highlights – FIFA Club World Cup: Fluminense 2-1 Al Hilal

Camping World Stadium in Orlando, Florida, hosted a thrilling clash between Fluminense (Brazil) and Al Hilal (Saudi Arabia) in the quarter-finals of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup. The match ended in a 2-1 victory for Fluminense, securing the first ticket to the semi-finals.

Match Details
Atmosphere and Kickoff:
The match was played in front of a crowd of over 43,000 fans.
Both teams observed a moment of silence in honor of the late Portuguese player Diogo Jota, adding a poignant and human touch to the event.

Second Half:
Al Hilal came out strong in the second half, and Marcos Leonardo equalized with a well-executed counter-attack.
Saudi goalkeeper Yassine Bounou kept Al Hilal in the game with some impressive saves, including a close-range header from Cano.
In the 70th minute, Hércules capitalized on a defensive lapse to score the winning goal for Fluminense.
Despite multiple late attempts, Al Hilal couldn’t find the equalizer.

Match Statistics

Category Fluminense Al Hilal
Possession              43%  57%
Shots on Target 3 3
Total Shots              10             13
Corner Kicks  4 12
Yellow Cards     3 4
Goalkeeper Saves 2 1

Tactical Analysis
Fluminense displayed tactical discipline, making the most of their scoring opportunities. Midfielders Fabinho and Martinelli were instrumental in organizing attacks and maintaining tempo.
Al Hilal, meanwhile, relied heavily on possession and wing play but struggled with finishing in the final third—despite strong performances from Leonardo and Bounou.

What’s Next?
With this win, Fluminense becomes the first team to reach the semi-finals, where they will face the winner of Chelsea vs Palmeiras.
As for Al Hilal, they exit the tournament with pride, having delivered a commendable performance—especially after eliminating Manchester City in the previous round.

Conclusion
This match was a footballing spectacle that combined Brazilian flair with Asian grit—a game full of drama, momentum shifts, and top-tier performances until the final whistle.
Fluminense proved their worth and deserved the win, while Al Hilal reaffirmed their status as one of the most formidable clubs in Asian football.

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