The Madrid Giants Impressive however Vinicius Junior Issues Escalate – Important Spanish Derby Highlights

This proved to be nearly a flawless performance from Xabi Alonso's squad, who defeated their arch-rivals by a 2-1 scoreline in the famous derby and extend their advantage at the summit of the domestic championship to five points.

The English midfielder got his first domestic strike along with assist this term after a difficult few months coming back from surgery on his shoulder.

Kylian Mbappe continued his clinical touch in attack, while the manager's strategy during his debut Clasico in the dugout functioned like a charm.

But then the Vinicius Junior question came to the forefront another time.

Unhappy at his substitution, the Brazilian winger ranted as he walked straight past Xabi Alonso and marched to the dressing room, then coming back on the sidelines later.

Alonso System Yields Success from the Midfielder

As first Clasicos go, it was a solid start, considering seven of Madrid's last eight managers were defeated in their initial La Liga meeting against their rivals.

Following the laissez-faire method under Ancelotti fell short earlier, the new tactical system yielded an important victory.

A specialist commented, The strategy worked brilliantly. Madrid were very good, while Barca were off-color because of what Real Madrid were doing.”

“Without the ball, they pressed high as much as possible, if overcome, they tracked back in a structured manner, all players including the forward.”

“They defended with two banks separated by a short distance. Barcelona struggled to penetrate.”

The tactical change appears to be beneficial for the midfielder, as he in the past was essentially asked to cover multiple roles in the center and beyond.

Theoretically Bellingham started wide right, but actually he had the freedom to drift inward and either assist the attack or get into scoring positions.

Balague stated, “By using Eduardo Camavinga in the center, this provides increased movement and more ways to close down the spaces.”

“That forced them to deploy Bellingham on the right-hand side. I'm sure he was instructed to keep an eye on the runs of Mbappe in possession and had space, and he found him a few times.”

His instructions included to enter the area and position himself near just outside the box, where he poses a threat. He also drifted in to cut off passing options creating Barca's task tough.”

Vinicius Tensions Exposed

Undoubtedly that the fans love Vinicius, his chant was chanted multiple times by an enthusiastic home supporters.

However multiple countless reports in recent months that Los Blancos might think about selling him should a suitable bid were to come in.

The winger has a year left on his deal at the end of the campaign, yet talks over a new deal are at a standstill.

Vinicius' behavior to being replaced late in the game spoke of strained relations. After the full-time whistle, he was held back as he attempted to confront the Barcelona player.

The expert commented, Many will criticize him for good reason, as it demonstrated disrespect for the substitute taking his place.”

Yet, growing up, he has lived in a hostile world, and perceives that he faces opposition.”

“That mentality is hard to change, especially when you consider yourself on the verge of the top star, and the organization drives the axis in favor of Mbappe as the star.”

“This season he has perceived that the club is not defending him. Rumors indicate, perhaps from within, or not denied by the club, that they wouldn't be unhappy a bid of 250m euros to sign him and let him go.”

He is aware of this, so when he was taken off – justifiably, as he ceased tracking back as expected – in Vinicius' head he questions ‘why me, why me again?.”

“It will be difficult to build a bridge between the club and Vinicius at the moment.”

Their System “Falls Apart”

Following victories in all four of recent derbies, this outing represented Barca's shaky start to the campaign.

Injuries have deprived the manager of important stars such as the Brazilian winger, Robert Lewandowski and Dani Olmo, and the approach isn't working in their absence.

The expert stated, The squad seems lack sharpness without the ball, with less desire to win it back, softer to reclaim the ball.”

“It's easier to create chances against them. Should the defense is flawed, as it wasn't the Mbappe goal since the defender failed to step up, they are not helped by teammates failing to press the ball-carrier adequately.”

Yamal, who troubled Madrid of Real last season, was kept largely in check.

The big names were below par. Lamine appears in top condition, maybe due to groin problems