Pedro Rodriguez scored both goals as Barcelona beat promoted Levante 2-1 to move five points clear at the top of the Spanish Primera Division ahead of Real Madrid's match at Getafe the next day.
The hosts struggled to open up Levante's massed defence until the 47th minute on Sunday when Pedro kept his composure in a crowded area to score.
The second came 12 minutes later, Dani Alves breaking down the right and crossing for Spanish international Pedro to sweep in his eighth league goal of the campaign.
The crossbar denied Pedro his hat-trick and Cristian Stuani pulled one back for Levante with a superb volley 10 minutes from time.
Spain midfielder Xavi made his 549th appearance for Barcelona, equalling the club record set by Migueli.
Barca have 46 points from 17 matches and pulled away from second-placed Real, who play on Monday.
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