Real Madrid vs Al-Hilal live updates: Club World Cup 2025 predictions, team news, latest score

Good day and welcome to the latest match of our FIFA Club World Cup coverage — specifically, a Group H opener between Real Madrid and Al-Hilal.
Real Madrid are the one of the two La Liga representatives to get going at this tournament, and will be formidable opponents as they look to capture another world title.
They are up against Saudi Pro League representatives in the competition, Al-Hilal. The Riyadh-based club qualified for the tournament courtesy of their 2021 Champions League (Asia) win.
We have full build-up and match updates on the way for you, as well as all the insight you could wish for from our team of correspondents on the ground.
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