Barca went into the match under a bit of pressure after seeing Atletico, Real Madrid and Sevilla all win but still in the knowledge that the destination of the title remains in their hands.
Getafe looked like being a tricky test but Barca emerged with all three points and now have just seven games left to play. The 5-2 scoreline flattered Barca a little but Ronald Koeman’s side were comfortable, aside from a 20-minute spell after Getafe had made it 3-2.
It’s a good win that comes on the back of the Copa del Rey triumph and sets Barca up nicely ahead of a big weekend in La Liga.