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Luis Enrique defends Barcelona line-up for Real Sociedad defeat

Barcelona coach Luis Enrique defended his team selection for their 1-0 defeat at Real Sociedad.

An early own goal from Jordi Alba was all the hosts needed as they held off a second-half onslaught from Barca.

Enrique was asked about the starting lineup, and why it didn't include players like Lionel Messi, Neymar and Daniel Alves. All three came on in the second half.

"This isn't the time to regret those decisions. I look at the season as a whole and I do what's best for the team," he explained.

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