Lionel Messi scored the opener on 53 minutes upon converting a penalty kick that David Villa earned.

Villa won the spot kick when he was brought down by Raul Albiol, who received a straight red card as a result.

Cristiano Ronaldo brought the score level upon converting another penalty kick.

Marcelo jinked into the area before Dani Alves tackled him from behind. The referee didn't hesitate to signal for a penalty.

Leaders and defending champions Barcelona are now on 85 points while Real, who lie second in the league table, are eight points behind their arch-rivals.