Barcelona asserted their dominance as the current powerhouse in El Clasico derbies on Saturday after claiming a 4-0 win at the Bernabeu, but neither Lionel Messi nor Cristiano Ronaldo had their usual grave impact on the scoreline.
Luis Enrique was fortunate to see his side lead 3-0 before a fit-again Messi was even introduced from the bench, and Ronaldo's influence was quelled by some superb tactical advances from the Catalan visitors.
As has been the case during Messi's absence from the Barca lineup, Luis Suarez and Neymar dazzled as the star men of the show, and Ronaldo was prevented from adding to his El Clasico record.