The Madrid Giants Strong however Vinicius Issues Intensify – Key El Clasico Highlights

It was almost a flawless performance from Real Madrid, as they defeated Barcelona 2-1 in the famous derby and increase their advantage in first place in La Liga to five points.

Bellingham got his inaugural domestic strike and key pass this term after a difficult period healing from surgery on his shoulder.

Kylian Mbappe maintained his clinical touch when scoring, while the manager's strategy in his inaugural El Clasico in the dugout functioned brilliantly.

Yet the Brazilian's situation emerged again another time.

Frustrated with coming off, the star forward complained while walking directly past his manager before stormed down the tunnel, before reappearing to the bench after a short while.

Tactical Setup Delivers Positive Outcomes for the Midfielder

For a debut Clasico, Alonso did well, given that seven of Madrid's previous eight coaches were defeated in their first La Liga match against Barcelona.

Following the player-focused style under Ancelotti failed to get results last season, the new tactical system yielded a significant outcome.

An expert noted, “He got it spot on. The home side performed excellently, while the visitors didn't play well because of what Real Madrid were doing.”

Defensively, they pushed up consistently, if overcome, they tracked back with discipline, everybody including the forward.”

“They defended with two banks with a gap of five to 10 metres. Barcelona could not find a way through.”

The tactical change seems beneficial for Jude, who previously was essentially asked to do everything in the center and more.

In the lineup the 22-year-old started wide right, however he was allowed to move centrally and link with Mbappe or get into scoring positions.

Balague continued, “By using the French midfielder in central midfield, it brings greater energy and better ability to shut down the passing lanes.”

As a result them to deploy Bellingham wide right. Undoubtedly he would have been asked to track the runs of Mbappe when he had the ball and found openings, and he found him on several occasions.”

He was told to enter the area and position himself near just outside the box, where he poses a threat. Additionally, he moved centrally to close the inside channels creating the opponent's play challenging.”

Strained Relations Laid Bare

It's clear that Madridistas love Vinicius, calls for him rang out multiple times by the passionate Madrid fans.

But recently there were numerous stories lately that Real Madrid could entertain letting him leave should a suitable bid was made.

The winger will have a year left under his current terms when this term concludes, but talks over a new deal have stalled.

The player's reaction to being replaced with 20 minutes left indicated issues. When the match ended, teammates intervened as he tried to approach Yamal.

Balague noted, He will face backlash and rightly so, since it displayed disrespect for Rodrygo who came on for him.”

However, from a young age, he has existed in a hostile world, and perceives that everyone is against him.”

This mindset is difficult to shake, especially when you consider yourself near number one in the world, then the club shifts the focus in favor of Mbappe as the star.”

During this campaign he believes that the organization isn't protecting him. Reports suggest, perhaps from within, or not denied by the club, that they wouldn't be unhappy an offer worth €250 million for his transfer and let him go.”

He is aware of this, and when he was taken off – justifiably, since he wasn't defending as he should – in Vinicius' head he questions why always me?.”

It may be challenging to mend relations with the club and Vinicius at the moment.”

Their System “Struggles”

After winning all four of previous campaign's matches, Sunday's performance highlighted their uncertain beginning of the season.

Injuries have deprived the manager of important stars such as Raphinha, Robert Lewandowski plus others, and the tactical setup is not effective in their absence.

Balague stated, “It's like the whole team is a little bit less sharp defensively, not as eager to regain possession, less aggressive to reclaim the ball.”

They are more vulnerable to attack them. Should the defense is flawed, like on the first goal because Alejandro Balde played him onside, they are not helped from the attack not closing down opponents in possession adequately.”

The young talent, who troubled Madrid in previous meetings, was well contained.

The big names weren't at their best. The youngster doesn't feel like in top condition, perhaps he's suffering from groin problems