Al-Dawsari's Absence: A Setback for Al-Hilal's Club World Cup Journey

Al-Hilal faces a significant challenge as their captain, Salem Al-Dawsari, is ruled out of the remainder of the Club World Cup due to a hamstring injury. The Saudi club confirmed the news on Saturday, stating his recovery could take four to six weeks.

The injury means Al-Dawsari, a pivotal player in the campaign, will miss the crucial round of 16 clash against Manchester City on Monday. His absence compounds the challenges for Al-Hilal as they aim to navigate the tournament without their leader.

Al-Dawsari's performance had been instrumental in securing Al-Hilal's qualification for the last 16, highlighted by his opening goal in a 2-0 victory over Pachuca, which ensured their advancement in the competition.

(With inputs from agencies.)