Barcelona talisman Lionel Messi struck a late second-half goal to edge past rivals Atletico Madrid 1-0 in the first leg of the Copa del Rey quarter-final clash.
Though the premier forward missed a late penalty, he made sure to convert the rebound into a goal in the 85th minute to give the Catalans a 1-0 advantage before they return for the second leg.
Barcelona failed to create clear openings despite dominating possession, with Suarez wasting a golden opportunity early in the game, the BBC reported.
Atletico's Fernando Torres, who was the star in their victory against Real Madrid, was withdrawn at the break.
The Spanish rivals will meet again for a decisive return leg at Atletico's Vicente Calderon Stadium on 28 January.