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Barcelona full-back Jordi Alba doesn't believe the combination of Spain's long journey to and from Qatar in midweek and an early kick-off against Getafe on Sunday should unduly affect the Catalans.
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Sunday's fixture will be the first time Barca have played at the 12 o'clock (1100 GMT) kickoff time since it was introduced by the league at the beginning of last season.
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But Alba, who was one of nine Barca players who took part in Spain's 3-1 over Uruguay on Wednesday, doesn't believe that should be used as any excuse should the league leaders fail to extend their nine-point lead over Atletico Madrid.
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'' Getafe are a very difficult opponent. They are aggressive, have quality players and play good football. They will make things difficult for us, but the fact we are playing at 12 shouldn't be any excuse '', he told Barcelona's web site.