Real Madrid Impressive however Vinicius Issues Intensify – Important Clasico Talking Points

It was practically a perfect outing from the Madrid side, as they defeated their arch-rivals two goals to one in the famous derby and extend their advantage at the top in the domestic championship with a five-point cushion.

The English midfielder scored his inaugural domestic strike along with assist this term after a difficult few months healing from shoulder surgery.

Kylian Mbappe continued his clinical performance in front of goal, while the manager's strategy in his inaugural El Clasico on the sidelines proved perfectly.

Yet the Vinicius Junior question came to the forefront another time.

Dissatisfied with being substituted, the star forward ranted while walking directly past Xabi Alonso and stormed off the pitch, then coming back on the sidelines after a short while.

Tactical Setup Delivers Success for Jude Bellingham

In his first derby, Alonso did well, especially since seven of Real's last eight managers lost their first league encounter against their rivals.

After the relaxed style from the previous coach fell short in the previous campaign, the new tactical system yielded its first major result.

Spanish football analyst observed, “He got it spot on. Real Madrid performed excellently, while Barcelona didn't play well because of the home team's approach.”

Defensively, they pushed up for as long as they could, if overcome, they tracked back in an organised way, everybody even the forward.”

Their defensive setup in two lines with a gap of 5-10 meters. Barca could not find a way through.”

The tactical change seems positive for the midfielder, who last season had been tasked to carry the midfield in the engine room and additional duties.

Theoretically the 22-year-old played on the right, but actually he was allowed to move centrally and link with Mbappe or enter the box.

The expert stated, Employing Camavinga in the center, this provides more dynamism and more ways to close down the passing lanes.”

As a result the team to deploy Jude on the right-hand side. Undoubtedly he would have been asked to keep an eye on the runs of Mbappe on the ball and found openings, connecting with him on several occasions.”

His instructions included to get into the box and be around the edge of the box, where he poses a threat. He also came inside to close the inside channels and cause Barca's task tough.”

Vinicius Tensions Exposed

There's no doubting that the fans are fond of the Brazilian, his chant were sung multiple times by the passionate home supporters.

Yet recently there were numerous stories in recent months that Los Blancos would consider selling him if an attractive proposal arrived.

Vinicius has one year remaining on his deal at the end of the campaign, but talks over a new deal have not progressed.

His response when substituted late in the game suggested strained relations. After the full-time whistle, he was held back when he moved toward the Barcelona player.

The analyst noted, “Everyone will have a go at him and justifiably, as it demonstrated a lack of respect for Rodrygo who came on for him.”

However, from a young age, his life has been in a hostile world, and he believes that the world is hostile.”

This mindset is difficult to shake, especially when you consider yourself on the verge of number one in the world, but the team redirects attention towards Mbappe as the star.”

“This season he believes that the club is not defending him. There are stories, perhaps from within, or with the club not denying it, that they wouldn't be unhappy an offer worth €250 million for him and sell him.”

“He feels all that, and after Alonso subbed him – reasonably, as he ceased tracking back as required – in Vinicius' head he thinks ‘why me, why me again?.”

It may be challenging to reconcile among the parties and the player now.”

Barcelona Style “Struggles”

After winning all four of previous campaign's matches, the latest display highlighted their uncertain start to the campaign.

Fitness issues have left without the manager of important stars including the Brazilian winger, Lewandowski plus others, and his system isn't working when they are missing.

The expert commented, “It's like the whole team are slightly off when not in possession, less hungry to recover it, softer to reclaim the ball.”

“It's easier to break them down. Should the defense is flawed, which was the case the Mbappe goal since the defender played him onside, the midfield doesn't assist by the midfield and forwards not challenging those on the ball as well as they should.”

Lamine Yamal, the main threat in previous meetings, was neutralized.

Key players weren't at their best. Yamal appears in top condition, possibly because of a groin issue