Gareth Bale's hat-trick helped Club World Cup reigning champions Real Madrid easily overcome Kashima Antlers in Abu Dhabi, as they booked their place in Saturday's final.
The Japanese side, who qualified for the tournament as Asian Champions League winners, immediately showed their intent with Brazilian forward Serginho forcing a fine low save from Thibaut Courtois in the third minute. However, despite Real Madrid not being at their glittering best in the first half, they got the opener in fine style.
Gareth Bale picked the ball up on the left flank before feeding Marcelo, who produced a wonderful flick to play the Welshman back in.