AFC CL: Mumbai City faces defeat in the hands of Al Hilal- Highlights
Michael and Mitrovic scored for Al Hilal in the second half after Mehtab was given marching orders.
Mumbai City vs Al Hilal (Image via MCFC media)
Mumbai City FC are gearing up to take on the formidable Al Hilal SFC in their fourth group stage match of the AFC Champions League 2023-24 season at the DY Patil Sports Stadium in Navi Mumbai on Monday.
The Islanders have faced a challenging start to the competition, as they are yet to secure a point in Group D. In stark contrast, the Saudi Arabian giants, Al Hilal SFC, are currently leading the group with seven points.
As it happened:
It's full-time in what has been an eventful AFC Champions League match. Al Hilal SFC emerges victorious with a 2-0 win over Mumbai City FC. Despite the result, it was a valiant effort from Mumbai, especially with 10 men for a significant part of the match.
Al Hilal SFC extends their lead with Mitrovic scoring the second goal from a set piece in the 89th minute. It's a challenging situation for Mumbai City FC now as time is running out.
With just under five minutes of regulation time remaining, Mumbai City FC is still within striking distance, down by just one goal. The match is far from over, and they have a chance to stage a comeback.
Phurba Lachenpa with a brilliant save for Mumbai City FC! Mitrovic unleashed a powerful shot, but the goalkeeper comes to the rescue with a remarkable stop.
Al Hilal SFC takes the lead with a goal by Michael in the 61st minute, and what a fine header it was! The Siu celebration adds to the excitement. Mumbai City FC faces an even greater challenge now, trailing in the match.
MCFC 0 - 1 Al Hilal
Dramatic turn of events! Mehtab Singh is shown a red card for a foul on Neves, and Mumbai City FC is now down to 10 men. This will certainly add another layer of complexity to the match.
It's halftime in this thrilling AFC Champions League match between Mumbai City FC and Al Hilal SFC! The score remains level, but the action has been intense. Stay with us for the second half, which promises even more excitement.
Mumbai City FC gets their chance from a corner. Greg Stewart with the delivery, and Tiri gets a hold of the ball inside the box, but unfortunately, he can't get the shot away.