Xavi Hernandez claims Barcelona are still in the running for the La Liga title after victory over Getafe

Barcelona made it four wins out of five in La Liga on Saturday afternoon as they cruised to a 4-0 win over Getafe at the Estadio Olimpic Lluis Companys. It was a morale-boosting result for the home team, who jumped to second in the standings with these three points, ahead of Catalan rivals Girona.

It was certainly one of Barcelona's best performances of the season. They started slowly but Raphinha's opener settled them down, before three second-half goals ensured a comfortable afternoon.

Understandably, Xavi Hernandez was pleased with his team's performance, as he told the media post-match, according to AS Diary.

“It was a very complete game. We managed to go into space several times and that's where the goals came. We matched their intensity. We were very good. It was a convincing game from the team. We surprised them. I'm happy of the team's performance. The victory gives us calm.”

The result sees Barcelona move five points clear of Real Madrid in the title race, despite having played a game more. Xavi believes that his team still has a chance to overturn this deficit.

“I have already said that we have not thrown in the towel. We have to get three points every weekend. There are twelve games left. Let's see what Girona and Real Madrid do this weekend.

Xavi will now turn his attention to next weekend, where Barcelona face a very difficult test, as they travel to San Mames to take on Athletic Club.