Lionel Messi, Luis Suarez score, but Barcelona labour to win at Getafe

Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez netted the goals for Barcelona against Getafe as they extended their La Liga lead to five points. Barcelona kicked off the New Year with a 2-1 win at Getafe but were second-best for large parts. Lionel Messi opened the scoring against the run of play, and Luis Suarez doubled Barca's lead with a thumping volley from the edge of the box. Jaime Mata pulled one back before the break, then missed an open goal in the second half as the home side failed to take advantage of their pressure. Positives The positives for Barca came elsewhere this weekend. Second-placed Atletico Madrid and third-placed...

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