5 key points from Real Madrid's FIFA Club World Cup win

Gremio v Real Madrid: Final - FIFA Club World Cup UAE 2017
Real Madrid beat Gremio to lift the 2017 FIFA Club World Cup in UAE

#1 Madrid's Cruyff: Luka Modric

Gremio v Real Madrid: Final - FIFA Club World Cup UAE 2017
Modric deservedly won the tournament's Best Player award

Real Madrid's dynamo, maestro, tempo controller, you name it. Mesmerizing display from the Croatian to once again prove that age is just a number; 32-years-old, but playing like an energetic teenager.

Luka Modric was found all over the pitch, his defensive work was as important as his attacking efforts.

Playing as the right central midfielder, Modric had the authority to roam freely around the pitch whenever he saw fit; whether it was for overloading, dragging his marker away, opening up a passing lane, or applying pressure, he simply knew what to do in each scenario of the match.

If Luka Modric keeps up his solid performances, it will be just what the doctor ordered to get Real Madrid's mojo back and challenge Barcelona for the La Liga title yet again.

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