Barcelona extended their lead at the top of LaLiga to six points after they recorded a 1-0 victory away at Girona on Saturday.
Pedri scored the game’s only goal on 61 minutes to extend Barca’s winning run to eight matches. The victory sent them six points above second-placed rivals Real Madrid.
Barca enjoyed plenty of possession in the first half but failed to convert it into clear-cut chances.
Barca’s imperious defence, which has conceded just six goals in LaLiga this season, held firm as neither side truly threatened in the dying stages.
“I believe that in these games you have to win it in any way possible,” Barcelona defender Jules Kounde told DAZN.
Moments before full-time, Girona boss Michel was shown a red card for his protests following referee Alejandro Ruiz’ decision not to award his side a free-kick for a foul on Martinez.