The Madrid Giants Commanding however Vinicius Tensions Grow – Important Spanish Derby Takeaways

This proved to be almost a perfect day for the Madrid side, as they overcame Barca 2-1 in the famous derby to increase their advantage in first place of the Spanish league by five points.

Bellingham got his first league goal along with key pass of the season after a challenging spell healing from a shoulder operation.

Mbappe continued his deadly touch in front of goal, while Alonso's tactics during his debut El Clasico on the sidelines functioned like a charm.

But then the Vinicius Junior question emerged again once more.

Unhappy at coming off, the star forward protested as he walked straight past Xabi Alonso and headed down the tunnel, before coming back on the sidelines later.

Manager's Approach Yields Results for the Midfielder

For a debut Clasico, it was a solid start, given that seven of Real's previous eight bosses were defeated in their first league encounter with their rivals.

Following the relaxed style of Carlo Ancelotti failed to get results earlier, his structured approach yielded a significant outcome.

A specialist commented, The strategy worked brilliantly. Madrid were impressive, while Barca struggled because of the home team's approach.”

When not in possession, they pressed high as much as possible, and if they were beaten, they retreated with discipline, everybody even Vinicius.”

The team's shape in two layers with a gap of five to 10 metres. Barca struggled to penetrate.”

The new system seems beneficial for the midfielder, as he in the past was expected to cover multiple roles in the engine room and beyond.

On paper the young star started wide right, but actually he was allowed to drift inward and either support Mbappe or get into scoring positions.

The expert stated, Employing Camavinga in the center, you get greater energy and additional options to block the channels.”

“That forced the team to deploy Jude on the right flank. I'm sure his role included to keep an eye on Mbappe's movements in possession with room, connecting with him repeatedly.”

“He was asked to move into the penalty area and operate on the edge of the box, where he is very dangerous. Additionally, he moved centrally to close the inside channels and make Barca's task very difficult.”

Vinicius Tensions Revealed

Undoubtedly that Madridistas are fond of the Brazilian, his chant was chanted on several occasions by a fervent home supporters.

Yet there have been numerous stories over the past period that Real Madrid might think about letting him leave if an attractive proposal were to come in.

The winger will have one year remaining on his deal at the end of the campaign, yet talks over a new deal have not progressed.

Vinicius' behavior after coming off late in the game indicated issues. After the full-time whistle, he was held back when he moved toward Yamal.

The expert said, He will face backlash and justifiably, since it displayed a lack of respect for Rodrygo who came on for him.”

“But since being a kid, his life has been in a challenging environment, and he feels that he faces opposition.”

“That mentality is hard to change, notably when you feel near the top star, and the organization shifts the focus to Mbappe as the star.”

Recently he's felt that the organization has not supported him. Reports suggest, possibly leaked by the club, or not denied by the club, that they would be open if someone paid 250m euros to sign him and sell him.”

This affects him, and when he was taken off – reasonably, as he ceased tracking back as he should – in Vinicius' head he thinks why always me?.”

“It will be difficult to mend relations with the club and the player now.”

Barca's Approach “Struggles”

After winning all four of last season's matches, this outing highlighted Barcelona's unconvincing start to the campaign.

Absences have deprived Hansi Flick of important stars including the Brazilian winger, Lewandowski plus others, and his system isn't working without them.

Balague commented, “It's like the whole team is a little bit less sharp when not in possession, with less desire to win it back, softer to reclaim the ball.”

Opponents find it simpler to break them down. Should the defense is flawed, like on Mbappe's strike because Alejandro Balde kept him onside, they receive little support from the attack not challenging opponents in possession as expected.”

Yamal, who troubled Madrid of Real last season, was well contained.

Key players weren't at their best. Yamal appears in top condition, maybe due to injury issues