LUIS SUAREZ scored his 50th international goal as Uruguay cruised past the Czech Republic 2-0 Friday to reach the final of the China Cup.

The Barcelona forward also created the second goal for the South Americans, who will face host Russia in the group stages of the World Cup this summer.

Uruguay had the better of the opening stages and went ahead after 10 minutes, when Suarez scored from the spot after being brought down in the box by Czech keeper Jiri Pavlenka.

In the 16th minute, Uruguay came close to doubling their lead when a freekick swung into the box was met by Suarez, who headed just wide.

The Czech Republic, which missed out on qualification for this years World Cup, almost opened its account when midfielder Antonin Barak’s shot from outside the box was well saved by goalkeeper Fernando Muslera. The victory took the South Americans through to the final of the four-team China Cup.

In the final today, Uruguay will face Wales, which demolished hosts China 6-0 a day earlier with Real Madrid star Gareth Bale netting a hat trick. (SD-Agencies)