Real Madrid Commanding however Vinicius Junior Tensions Grow – Key Spanish Derby Highlights

This proved to be nearly a flawless day for Xabi Alonso's squad, as they defeated Barcelona two goals to one during the Clasico and extend their advantage at the top of the Spanish league by five points.

Jude Bellingham notched his first goal in the league and setup of the season after a difficult spell healing from a shoulder operation.

Kylian Mbappe showed his deadly performance in front of goal, and the coach's game plan in his first El Clasico on the sidelines worked perfectly.

But then the issue surrounding Vinicius came to the forefront another time.

Frustrated at coming off, the Brazilian winger ranted as he walked straight past his manager before headed down the tunnel, before returning to the bench several minutes.

Alonso System Delivers Success from the Midfielder

For a debut Clasico, it was a solid start, given that the majority of Madrid's recent bosses were defeated in their first La Liga meeting with Barca.

After the player-focused approach under Ancelotti failed to get results last season, the new tactical system delivered a significant outcome.

Spanish football analyst commented, His plan was perfect. Real Madrid were very good, and Barcelona didn't play well due to the home team's approach.”

Defensively, they pushed up consistently, and if they were beaten, they fell back in a structured manner, all players even Vinicius.”

Their defensive setup in two lines separated by a short distance. Barcelona could not find a way through.”

This approach seems positive for Bellingham, as he last season was essentially asked to carry the midfield in the center and beyond.

In the lineup the 22-year-old played on the right, however he could to come inside and either support Mbappe or crash the penalty area.

Balague continued, With Camavinga in central midfield, this provides more dynamism and additional options to close down the passing lanes.”

As a result the team to put Bellingham on the right flank. I'm sure his role included to keep an eye on the forward's positioning in possession and found openings, and he found him on several occasions.”

His instructions included to get into the box and position himself near the edge of the box, where he is very dangerous. He also came inside to block central spaces creating the opponent's play tough.”

Strained Relations Revealed

There's no doubting that Madridistas are fond of the Brazilian, his name rang out multiple times by a fervent Madrid fans.

However there have been countless reports in recent months that the club might think about letting him leave should a suitable bid were to come in.

The winger has a year left on his deal at the end of the campaign, yet negotiations for an extension are at a standstill.

Vinicius' behavior to being replaced late in the game spoke of issues. After the full-time whistle, teammates intervened as he tried to approach the Barcelona player.

The expert noted, “Everyone will have a go at him and justifiably, since it displayed a lack of respect for Rodrygo taking his place.”

Yet, growing up, he has existed in a challenging environment, and he believes that the world is hostile.”

Such thinking is tough to overcome, particularly since you feel near the top star, but the team redirects attention towards Mbappe as the main man.”

During this campaign he's felt that the club is not defending him. Rumors indicate, perhaps from within, or not denied by the club, that they wouldn't be unhappy if someone paid 250m euros to sign him and allow him to leave.”

He is aware of this, so when he was taken off – justifiably, as he ceased tracking back as required – to him he thinks why always me?.”

“It will be difficult to reconcile with the club and him now.”

Barcelona Style “Struggles”

Following victories in each of the previous campaign's matches, the latest display was emblematic of Barcelona's unconvincing start to the campaign.

Fitness issues have deprived Hansi Flick of important stars including the Brazilian winger, the striker and Dani Olmo, and the tactical setup is failing in their absence.

Balague stated, The squad seems is a little bit less sharp defensively, with less desire to win it back, with reduced intensity to get the possession back.”

Opponents find it simpler to create chances against them. If the defensive line is not organized, like on the first goal because Alejandro Balde played him onside, the midfield doesn't assist by the midfield and forwards not challenging opponents in possession adequately.”

Yamal, who troubled Madrid earlier, was well contained.

“Their stars weren't at their best. Lamine doesn't feel like he is at his best, perhaps he's suffering from a groin issue