Barcelona pulled a slender first-leg win to gain an advantage in the Copa del Rey El Clasico double header.
Franck Kessie’s shot was deflected in by Eder Militao in the 26th minute to give Xavi’s side the lead which they held on tightly to for the remainder of the game.
Real Madrid tried to get back in the game but Barcelona held their own at the Santiago Bernabeu to preserve the 1-0 win.
Sergio Busquets surpassed present PSG duo of Lionel Messi and Sergio Ramos to become the player with the most El Clásico appearances in history with 46 appearances.
The victory also means Barcelona got their 99th El Clasico win on the night.
The encounter was spiced with fiery sparks in some moments with Barcelona setting up more defensively in the absence of Lewandowski and Pedri.