We are heading into to the second matchday with squad lists still unconfirmed and this will continue into the third week with the transfer market not closing until 2 September.

The pre-season is over for all LaLiga clubs and of the "Big 3", I'd award Atlético with the gold medal, Barça silver with bronze going to Real Madrid.

Let's be honest, Red Bull Salzburg are no great shakes despite having previously played in the Champions League and with the Austrian league underway...