Colchonero Chat 180: Is Atlético a meritocracy?

Published: Oct. 6, 2019, 2 p.m.

Jeremy Beren and Rob Walker reconvene on Colchonero Chat and analyze Atlético Madrid’s dour 0-0 draw at Real Valladolid on Sunday, the final game before an international break. Points of discussion include: Atlético’s now-sturdy defenseThe team’s inability to score away from homeThe disconnect between Atleti’s attacking plan and executionDiego Costa’s terrible formThe lack of chances for several new signings (Update: Barcelona did go on to beat Sevilla, 4-0.)