Madrid: Andres Iniesta thanked Real Madrid fans after he was applauded off the pitch following his masterful display in Barcelona’s thumping El Clasico win.

The Spain international, captaining the side for the first time against Madrid, set up Neymar’s goal in the first half before smashing in an unstoppable effort in the second as the Liga champions romped to a 4-0 win, with Luis Suarez also scoring twice.