Despite being considered one of the most popular games of the weekend, Atletico Madrid dominated proceedings from early on, allowing Abelardo's men little influence on the game.
In the second half, Thomas Lemar replaced an apparently injured Diego Costa with a 2-0 lead. The Frenchman assisted Alvaro Morata with a brilliant pass to the space for him to make the 0-3.
"He's a great striker, he made a big difference. It was very important to add these three points," said the Atletico striker.
And concluded: "Girona and Barça? They will be two very important matches for us, we have to do everything possible to win both games.