Getafe&nbsp;will face champions&nbsp;Barcelona&nbsp;without supporters at home in the first match of the new La Liga season after being punished for a pitch invasion in 2017. Spain's Supreme Court, the country's highest judicial body, overturned a decision from the National Court to annul the sanction, in a document seen by AFP on Tuesday.&nbsp;

Getafe&nbsp;supporters invaded the pitch at the Madrid club's Coliseum Alfonso Perez stadium after beating Tenerife to earn promotion to La Liga six years ago, provoking opposition supporters and forcing the match officials to run to their dressing room.

The visit of&nbsp;Barcelona&nbsp;is one of the most lucrative fixtures of the season for&nbsp;Getafe, but President Angel Torres said he was sad for the supporters. "If what they want is to punish our fans, we will have no choice but to accept it," Torres told AS on Monday. "I feel more sorry for our fans than for the club's finances."

Getafe&nbsp;host&nbsp;Barcelona&nbsp;on August 13, on the opening weekend of La Liga.

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The Supreme Court decided&nbsp;Getafe&nbsp;were not being punished twice for the same incident after the Madrid government had fined the club. This dispute contributed to the long delay in fulfilling the sanction and was the reason the National Court decided to cancel it.

Espanyol were hit with a two-game stadium closure after their fans invaded the pitch and chased away&nbsp;Barcelona&nbsp;players in May.

The Catalan giants clinched the 2022-23 title against their city rivals and celebrated on the pitch, with Espanyol fans storming the field in anger.

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Getafe will face champions Barcelona without supporters at home in the first match of the new La Liga season after being punished for a pitch invasion in 2017. Spain's Supreme Court, the country's highest judicial body, overturned a decision from the National Court to annul the sanction, in a document seen by AFP on Tuesday.

Getafe will face champions Barcelona without supporters at home in the first match of the new La Liga season after being punished for a pitch invasion in 2017. Spain's Supreme Court, the country's highest judicial body, overturned a decision from the National Court to annul the sanction, in a document seen by AFP on Tuesday. Getafe supporters invaded the pitch at the Madrid club's Coliseum Alfonso Perez stadium after beating Tenerife to earn promotion to La Liga six years ago, provoking opposition supporters and forcing the match officials to run to their dressing room. The visit of Barcelona is one of the most lucrative fixtures of the season for Getafe, but President Angel Torres said he was sad for the supporters. "If what they want is to punish our fans, we will have no choice but to accept it," Torres told AS on Monday. "I feel more sorry for our fans than for the club's finances." Getafe host Barcelona on August 13, on the opening weekend of La Liga. Also Read: Football: Ange Postecoglou has no 'assurances' about Harry Kane staying in Tottenham The Supreme Court decided Getafe were not being punished twice for the same incident after the Madrid government had fined the club. This dispute contributed to the long delay in fulfilling the sanction and was the reason the National Court decided to cancel it. Espanyol were hit with a two-game stadium closure after their fans invaded the pitch and chased away Barcelona players in May. The Catalan giants clinched the 2022-23 title against their city rivals and celebrated on the pitch, with Espanyol fans storming the field in anger. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

La Liga: Champions Barcelona to start title defence against Getafe behind closed doors

A subdued Barcelona were held to a 0-0 draw at Getafe on Sunday, leaving them 11 points clear of Real Madrid at the top of La Liga. Champions Madrid beat Cadiz on Saturday to cut back Barcelona's lead, and with nine games remaining it seems highly unlikely they will catch Barcelona -- but Xavi Hernandez's side are limping over the line.

Barcelona drew 0-0 at home against Girona on Monday and followed that up with a second consecutive bore draw, the team still wallowing after their Copa del Rey semi-final thrashing by Madrid earlier in April.

The one positive for Barca was a 22nd clean sheet of the season in the top flight, with Getafe, 15th, not creating much danger.

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Xavi, benching out of form forwards Ansu Fati and Ferran Torres, opted to use defender Alejandro Balde on the left wing, in front of Jordi Alba.

After a slow start, the Catalans created the first clear chance at the Coliseum Alfonso Perez, when Raphinha raced on to a long ball and fired against the post.

The rebound fell to Balde, but with the goal gaping, mishit an effort which struck the same upright.

Sergi Roberto pulled up injured, seemingly with a hamstring injury, adding to Barcelona's long list of absentees.

The league leaders have badly missed explosive winger Ousmane Dembele and creative midfielder Pedri in recent weeks.

David Soria saved well to keep out a Robert Lewandowski header just before the break.

The Getafe goalkeeper was again called into action early in the second half, making a fine stop from Franck Kessie, although the flag was raised for offside.

Lewandowski nodded narrowly wide from an Alba cross before Soria made another solid stop from a rasping Raphinha effort.

Getafe were content with the draw, sitting back as Barcelona probed for a breakthrough, although Borja Mayoral almost snatched a winner for the hosts on the break.

Ronald Araujo failed to clear the ball in his box and former Real Madrid striker Mayoral controlled the loose ball but slashed an effort wide.

Barcelona are still firm favourites to lift the title for the first time since 2019, but should they drop more points at home against Atletico Madrid next weekend, doubts could creep in.

A subdued Barcelona were held to a 0-0 draw at Getafe on Sunday, leaving them 11 points clear of Real Madrid at the top of La Liga. Champions Madrid beat Cadiz on Saturday to cut back Barcelona's lead, and with nine games remaining it seems highly unlikely they will catch Barcelona -- but Xavi Hernandez's side are limping over the line.

A subdued Barcelona were held to a 0-0 draw at Getafe on Sunday, leaving them 11 points clear of Real Madrid at the top of La Liga. Champions Madrid beat Cadiz on Saturday to cut back Barcelona's lead, and with nine games remaining it seems highly unlikely they will catch Barcelona -- but Xavi Hernandez's side are limping over the line. Barcelona drew 0-0 at home against Girona on Monday and followed that up with a second consecutive bore draw, the team still wallowing after their Copa del Rey semi-final thrashing by Madrid earlier in April. The one positive for Barca was a 22nd clean sheet of the season in the top flight, with Getafe, 15th, not creating much danger. ALSO READ: PL: Arsenal blow up 2-0 lead for second time as a draw against West Ham further dent their title hopes Xavi, benching out of form forwards Ansu Fati and Ferran Torres, opted to use defender Alejandro Balde on the left wing, in front of Jordi Alba. After a slow start, the Catalans created the first clear chance at the Coliseum Alfonso Perez, when Raphinha raced on to a long ball and fired against the post. The rebound fell to Balde, but with the goal gaping, mishit an effort which struck the same upright. Sergi Roberto pulled up injured, seemingly with a hamstring injury, adding to Barcelona's long list of absentees. The league leaders have badly missed explosive winger Ousmane Dembele and creative midfielder Pedri in recent weeks. David Soria saved well to keep out a Robert Lewandowski header just before the break. The Getafe goalkeeper was again called into action early in the second half, making a fine stop from Franck Kessie, although the flag was raised for offside. Lewandowski nodded narrowly wide from an Alba cross before Soria made another solid stop from a rasping Raphinha effort. Getafe were content with the draw, sitting back as Barcelona probed for a breakthrough, although Borja Mayoral almost snatched a winner for the hosts on the break. Ronald Araujo failed to clear the ball in his box and former Real Madrid striker Mayoral controlled the loose ball but slashed an effort wide. Barcelona are still firm favourites to lift the title for the first time since 2019, but should they drop more points at home against Atletico Madrid next weekend, doubts could creep in.

La Liga: Barcelona maintain 11-point lead at the top after goalless draw against Getafe

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La Liga: Champions Barcelona to start title defence against Getafe behind closed doors

La Liga: Barcelona maintain 11-point lead at the top after goalless draw against Getafe