Barcelona got a soft restart at La Liga when the bottom team Real Mallorca stood for the opposition. The Catalans were even more confident when Arturo Vidal gave Barcelona the lead after just two minutes of play. A post with accuracy from the outside back Jordi Alba met a prominent Vidal's forehead that trailed 1-0.
Lionel Messi was his usual loyal hub for the Barcelona offensive and was able to leave the Balearic Islands with a goal and two assists. The first foray was a light nicktouch in the penalty area until the Danish Martin Braithwaite could double the lead. A close volley from close range meant the striker's first goal for Barcelona since arriving last winter.
Jordi Alba would also be allowed to register in the goal record. This time, the Messi assistant was all the more beautiful. Barcelona's number ten looked up quickly and saw an Alba in position. A slight lift gave the outside back free up to 3-0.
Lionel Messi also crowned his return with a goal. After a fine preparation by Luis Suarez, the Argentine pulled to the right and 4-0 was a fact that was also the final result.
The result means that Barcelona takes a five-point lead in the league in front of the closest chasing Real Madrid who have a match less played.