Karim Benzema became the first Real Madrid player with a hat trick at Camp Nou since Ferenc Puskás in 1963 as Real Madrid mauled Barcelona in the Copa Del Rey.
Carlo Ancelotti’s side asserted their dominance all through the game and were rewarded just before halftime with a Vinicius Jr goal.
The Brazilian forward had been a menace on Ronald Araujo’s flank all game and he connected with a Benzema pass to give Real Madrid their opener.
Provider then turned scorer as Karim Benzema scored the first of his hattrick in the 50th minute before adding the second 8 minutes later.
He completed the drubbing of Xavi’s hapless side to ensure the Madridstas would joyfully book their tickets for the Copa Del Rey final showdown on May 9.