FIFA Club World Cup

Santiago Solari Poggio Gareth Bale scored a superb hat-trick against Kashima Antlers on Wednesday, earning him praise from his Real Madrid boss.

Marcelo Real Madrid full-back Marcelo insists the European champions are fired up for the Club World Cup in Morocco.

Edgardo Bauza Edgardo Bauza was delighted to reach the Club World Cup final after San Lorenzo avoided a colossal upset against Auckland City.

Luiz Scolari Luiz Felipe Scolari was quick to stress Guangzhou Evergrande outperformed Real Madrid against Barcelona at the Club World Cup.

Neymar Neymar, if passed fit, is set to star for Barcelona in the Club World Cup final, four years after subjected to a Lionel Messi masterclass.

Auckland City Auckland City beat Cruz Azul 4-2 on penalties to claim third place in the Club World Cup after drawing 1-1 in Marrakech on Saturday.

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Kashima Antlers qualified for the quarter-finals of the Club World Cup at the expense of Auckland City courtesy of a late Mu Kanazaki goal.

Club World Cup holders Real Madrid will take on either Chivas Guadalajara or the Asian champions in their 2018 semi-final.

Santiago Solari Poggio Real Madrid are bidding for a third consecutive Club World Cup crown, with Santiago Solari hailing their recent achievements.