Barcelona's Lionel Messi falls after being fouled by Getafe during their Spanish King's Cup match at Camp Nou stadium in Barcelona January 8, 2014. REUTERS/Albert Gea
MADRID (Reuters) - Lionel Messi came off the bench and scored twice on his return from injury and Cesc Fabregas also netted a double as Barcelona strolled to a 4-0 win at home to Getafe in their King's Cup last 16, first leg on Wednesday.
Messi was given a rousing ovation by the home fans when he replaced Andres Iniesta in the 64th minute at the Nou Camp, the World Player of the Year's first appearance since straining a thigh muscle in November.
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