Fc Barcelona shook off the absence of key players and a recent dip in form to beat Real Mallorca 3-0 in the Spanish league from goals by Lionel Messi, David Villa and Pedro Rodriguez.
The absence of Xavi Hernandez, Carles Puyol, Daniel Alves and Victor Valdes made little difference at Iberostar Stadium as Barcelona overcame early pressure by the hosts before Messi headed home his league-leading 26th goal in the 38th minute.
Seydou Keita scooped into the area for the Argentina forward, who headed the pass forward before using his head again to guide over goalkeeper Dudu Aouate for his 42nd goal of the season.
David Villa reached Sergio Busquets' well-played long-ball before Aouate and after rounding the Israel goalkeeper rolled home his 17th of the season.
Pedro's 13th goal was a long-range shot in the 66th that dipped over Aouate into the top of goal.
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