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Barcelona have opened an eleven-point lead over Real Madrid at the top of the La Liga table after securing a win at Getafe.
The defending champions took advantage of Real Madrid’s 1-1 draw away at Real Betis on Friday to extend their lead to double digits.
Lamine Yamal’s absence didn’t deter the creativity of Hansi Flick’s team as the Catalan Giants picked up a 2-0 win.
Fermin Lopez and Marcus Rashford scored in each half of the tie respectively as Barcelona edges closer to defending their title with five matches left.
Fermin Lopez put Barcelona ahead just before the break with a composed finish after he was set free by Pedri.
Marcus Rashford doubled the lead and sealed the win with an individual brilliant effort to register his 13th goal contribution in the league this season.
After 33 matches played, Barcelona top the table having amassed 85 points while Real Madrid follows behind with 74.
