Real Madrid Impressive however Vinicius Tensions Grow – Major Clasico Takeaways

The match represented practically an ideal day from the Madrid side, as they beat their arch-rivals 2-1 during El Clasico to increase their lead at the summit of the domestic championship to five points.

The English midfielder scored his maiden goal in the league along with setup this term following a tough few months coming back from a shoulder operation.

The French forward showed his deadly performance in front of goal, and the manager's strategy in his first Clasico on the sidelines functioned brilliantly.

However the Vinicius Junior question came to the forefront once more.

Unhappy at his substitution, Vinicius protested on his way right by his manager and headed off the pitch, then coming back on the sidelines several minutes.

Alonso System Yields Positive Outcomes from Bellingham

As first Clasicos go, it was a solid start, especially since seven of Real's last eight bosses were defeated in their initial La Liga match with their rivals.

Following the laissez-faire style from the previous coach fell short last season, the new tactical system delivered an important victory.

An expert commented, “He got it spot on. The home side were very good, and Barca were off-color because of the home team's approach.”

When not in possession, they pressed high consistently, if overcome, they retreated with discipline, all players including the forward.”

The team's shape in two layers separated by five to 10 metres. The opposition struggled to penetrate.”

This approach looks to be beneficial for Jude, who previously was expected to cover multiple roles in midfield and more.

On paper Bellingham was positioned on the right, however he was allowed to come inside and either assist the attack or crash the penalty area.

The expert stated, With Eduardo Camavinga in the middle, this provides greater energy and more ways to shut down the passing lanes.”

This led to them to deploy Bellingham wide right. Certainly he would have been asked to monitor Mbappe's movements in possession with room, and he found him on several occasions.”

“He was asked to enter the area and be around the outskirts of the area, where he poses a threat. He also drifted in to block central spaces and make Barcelona's life very difficult.”

Strained Relations Laid Bare

Undoubtedly that Madridistas are fond of the Brazilian, his name rang out repeatedly by an enthusiastic home supporters.

Yet there have been numerous stories lately that Real Madrid would consider selling him if an attractive proposal arrived.

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

The player's reaction to being replaced in the second half indicated issues. After the full-time whistle, he was held back when he moved toward Lamine Yamal.

The analyst commented, Many will criticize him and rightly so, since it displayed a lack of respect toward his replacement who came on for him.”

Yet, growing up, his life has been in a hostile world, and he feels that he faces opposition.”

This mindset is difficult to shake, particularly since you believe on the verge of the top star, then the club drives the axis towards Mbappe as the key figure.”

Recently he's felt that the club is not defending him. Rumors indicate, perhaps from within, or not denied by the club, that they would be open an offer worth 250m euros for him and sell him.”

This affects him, and after the coach substituted him – reasonably, since he wasn't defending as required – in Vinicius' head he questions ‘why me, why me again?.”

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

Barcelona Style “Falls Apart”

Following victories in each of the recent Clasicos, Sunday's performance was emblematic of their uncertain beginning of the season.

Injuries have deprived Hansi Flick of key players including Raphinha, Lewandowski and Dani Olmo, and the approach isn't working without them.

Balague stated, Barcelona appear are slightly off when not in possession, less hungry to recover it, with reduced intensity to get the possession back.”

They are more vulnerable to break them down. Should the defense is not perfect, like on the first goal because Alejandro Balde failed to step up, the midfield doesn't assist by the midfield and forwards not challenging those on the ball adequately.”

Lamine Yamal, tormentor-in-chief earlier, was well contained.

“Their stars were below par. Yamal seems not in top condition, possibly because of groin problems