Barcelona have struggled against Rayo in recent seasons but had no such problems on Sunday as goals from Robert Lewandowski and Pedri secured a 3-0 win at Montjuic.
Xavi’s side headed into the match having failed to win any of their last five games against Rayo and also having failed to score in their last two home games against Los Franjirrojos but eased to a win that puts them four clear of Girona with just one game left.
Lewandowski’s early goal sent Barca on their way before a quickfire brace from Pedri finished Rayo off midway through the second half.