Real Madrid had Cristiano Ronaldo to thank once more as they beat Grêmio 1-0 to win the FIFA Club World Cup for a third time, matching Barcelona's record – and took their tally of intercontinental titles to six.HOW MANY MADRID PLAYERS MAKE YOUR TEAM OF THE YEAR? The European champions started aggressively, Cristiano Ronaldo and Dani Carvajal both having decent chances. Their Brazilian opponents defended diligently, eager to catch Real Madrid on the break, while Luka Modrić and Isco tried to find spaces between the Grêmio lines.
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Porto cup win completes midweek programme
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Madrid reach Club World Cup final, City win again
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Longest unbeaten runs in European league football
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Real Madrid target third Club World Cup win
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