While it may well be early to pick who will be laliga champions, Athletico Madrid will definitely be a contender this season, they look better prepared that both Barca and Madrid and if those two have an extended bad period, then Athletico can capitalize on this and be champions of Spain once again, Zidane isn't getting it right this season at Real, while Barca seem to have their own share of problems, from the board, to talks of Messi leaving/or not being happy, all this could play into Diego simeone's favor, it's still a long way to go btw.
Your very correct. My problem with Atletico Madrid is this there consistent under 2.5 especially without Luiz Suarez on the pitch. I don't enjoy their games with Suarez out and I feel they've got a better chance with Suarez on the pitch, not just winning the game but, increasing the goals too. Real Sociedad is just seating on the table top to give it off soon.
Zidane can't just have Benzema to deliver the game at every point, Real Madrid need another striker. They are depending on Benzema so much and this is why they are loosing to me. They need to up their game plan with another reliable striker.