Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez were both left in Catalunya for this game, but first-half goals from Munir and Neymar were crucial in ensuring that Luis Enrique returns to Barcelona with their chances of reaching the semi-finals looking good.
Athletic started the game well, but after going behind they never looked like hauling themselves back into things until a late Aritz Aduriz goal gave them hope heading into next week.
