Los Blancos Strong however Vinicius Strains Grow – Major Clasico Talking Points

It was almost an ideal performance from Xabi Alonso's squad, who defeated Barca two goals to one in the Clasico and extend the gap in first place in the Spanish league by five points.

Bellingham notched his inaugural domestic strike and assist this term after a tough few months healing from surgery on his shoulder.

Mbappe maintained his lethal touch in front of goal, and the manager's strategy in his inaugural derby in the dugout worked brilliantly.

However the Brazilian's situation came to the forefront yet again.

Dissatisfied with coming off, Vinicius protested while walking straight past the coach before stormed down the tunnel, before coming back to the bench later.

Alonso System Yields Positive Outcomes for Bellingham

In his first derby, Alonso did well, especially since seven of Madrid's recent managers lost their debut La Liga meeting with their rivals.

Following the laissez-faire style of Carlo Ancelotti did not deliver earlier, Alonso's positional game-model delivered its first major result.

A specialist commented, “He got it spot on. Real Madrid were impressive, while Barcelona struggled due to the home team's approach.”

“Without the ball, they pressed high consistently, and when bypassed, they tracked back in a structured manner, everybody including Vinicius.”

“They defended in two lines with a gap of five to 10 metres. The opposition were unable to break through.”

The new system looks to be beneficial for the midfielder, who in the past had been tasked to carry the midfield in the center and more.

Theoretically the young star started wide right, but in practice he had the freedom to move centrally and either link with Mbappe or crash the penalty area.

The expert stated, “By using the French midfielder in the middle, it brings increased movement and additional options to shut down the channels.”

“That forced the team to position Bellingham wide right. I'm sure he would have been asked to track the forward's positioning in possession with room, connecting with him on several occasions.”

“He was asked to enter the area and be around the outskirts of the area, where he is very dangerous. He also drifted in to block central spaces and cause the opponent's play tough.”

Vinicius Tensions Revealed

It's clear that Madridistas adore Vinicius, calls for him was chanted multiple times by an enthusiastic Madrid fans.

However there have been various accounts lately that Real Madrid could entertain letting him leave if an attractive proposal was made.

The winger has one year remaining on his deal at the end of the campaign, but discussions on a renewal have not progressed.

Vinicius' behavior to being replaced in the second half suggested issues. After the full-time whistle, teammates intervened as he tried to approach the Barcelona player.

The analyst noted, He will face backlash and rightly so, since it displayed a lack of respect for Rodrygo taking his place.”

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

“That mentality is difficult to shake, notably when you believe close to being the top star, then the club shifts the focus towards Mbappe as the main man.”

“This season he has perceived that Real Madrid isn't protecting him. Rumors indicate, perhaps from within, or not denied by the club, that they would be open a bid of 250m euros for his transfer and sell him.”

This affects him, so when Alonso subbed him – fairly, since he wasn't defending as he should – in Vinicius' head he thinks why always me?.”

It may be challenging to build a bridge with the club and him at the moment.”

Barca's Approach “Falls Apart”

After winning all four of recent derbies, the latest display was emblematic of their uncertain beginning of the season.

Absences have left without Hansi Flick of key players including Raphinha, Lewandowski and Olmo, and the approach is failing without them.

The analyst stated, The squad seems lack sharpness defensively, not as eager to regain possession, less aggressive in pressing.”

Opponents find it simpler to break them down. When the backline is flawed, as it wasn't the first goal since the defender kept him onside, the midfield doesn't assist by the midfield and forwards not challenging those on the ball adequately.”

Yamal, who troubled Madrid earlier, was well contained.

The big names weren't at their best. Yamal seems not he's in good form, possibly because of groin problems