Real Madrid are now eight points behind LaLiga leaders Barcelona, following their 3-0 thrashing of Alaves on Sunday night.
Vinicius Jr. played a starring role for Madrid, as they also moved to within two points of second-placed Atletico, ahead of their derby clash on Saturday.
The Brazilian scored one and helped create another as Madrid won convincingly.
Vinicius’ pinpoint pass played in Sergio Reguilon to tee up Karim Benzema’s opener and the former Flamengo forward wrapped up the points with a neat finish late on.
Mariano Diaz’s goal added further gloss in stoppage time.
Real are now in third with 42 points, while Barca have 50 points after their 2-2 draw with Valencia on Saturday.
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