Valencia then scored an early penalty and added a well-taken 31st-minute header to secure the points. AP

The match took place after a colorful 30-minute opening ceremony - fronted by Oscar-winning actor Morgan Freeman and attended by powerful dignitaries including Saudi Arabian Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman - that promoted inclusivity and mankind living "under one tent."

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