Santiago Solari Hails Gareth Bale’s Performance As Real Madrid Reach Club World Cup Final

Real Madrid manager Santiago Solari lauded Gareth Bale’s performance after he scored a hat-trick to send Real Madrid through to the Club World Cup final. 

Bale turned on the style against AFC Champions League winners Kashima Antlers on Wednesday, with his goals securing a 3-1 victory for Madrid to set up a clash with Al Ain.

And Solari praised Bale – who found the net twice in the Spanish side’s Champions League final win over Liverpool back in May – for consistently delivering in the big moments.

“I’m happy for the three goals scored by Bale and for the solidity and consistency of the team,” Solari told a news conference.

“Bale has taken everything, the spotlight, the stage, the goal. He had a sensational match, he has shown what he is and what he is capable of. In the end, the last person responsible for a performance is always the footballer.

“Gareth has given great joy to Madrid and has been decisive in very important moments, which is the most important part of football. What dominates football is goals and Bale scores them.”