The 2017-18 season might have been quite frustrating so far for Gareth Bale, but he found enough reasons to smile about.
The Welsh superstar scored his first hat-trick for his National Team in a 6-0 win for the Dragons against China. What really stands out for Bale is the fact that he is now the team's all-time top scorer, surpassing the legendary Ian Rush. Bale has scored 29 goals for the Welsh side, while Rush scored 28.
Bale opened up the scoring for Wales against the Chinese side, and managed to add two more goals and an assist to his performance. Have a look at his goals today (Image could be geo-restricted).
What a day for Gareth Bale!
— BBC Sport Wales (@BBCSportWales) March 22, 2018
He cemented his status among Welsh football greats once again. pic.twitter.com/g0hxEhAXjf
The player didn't waste the opportunity to celebrate with his fans via a post on his Twitter feed.
Unbelievable reception here in China and to see so many Welsh Fans make the trip. Very proud to break Ian’s record tonight with the hat-trick #29 #togetherstronger