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.)