Real Madrid Commanding but Vinicius Junior Issues Intensify – Important Clasico Talking Points

It was nearly a flawless outing for Xabi Alonso's squad, who overcame Barcelona by a 2-1 scoreline in the Clasico and stretch their lead at the summit of the domestic championship with a five-point cushion.

Bellingham got his first goal in the league along with assist this campaign after a tough spell coming back from a shoulder operation.

Kylian Mbappe showed his clinical form in front of goal, and the coach's game plan during his debut derby as coach functioned brilliantly.

But then the Vinicius Junior question reared its head once more.

Dissatisfied at his substitution, Vinicius ranted on his way right by Xabi Alonso and stormed off the pitch, before returning on the sidelines after a short while.

Alonso System Gets Success for Jude Bellingham

As first Clasicos go, it was a solid start, considering seven of Madrid's previous eight bosses were defeated in their debut La Liga meeting against Barcelona.

Following the laissez-faire style of Carlo Ancelotti fell short earlier, the new tactical system delivered an important victory.

An expert noted, His plan was perfect. The home side performed excellently, and Barca were off-color due to what Real Madrid were doing.”

When not in possession, they applied pressure for as long as they could, and if they were beaten, they retreated with discipline, all players even the forward.”

Their defensive setup in two layers spaced by 5-10 meters. Barca could not find a way through.”

The tactical change seems positive for the midfielder, as he in the past had been tasked to carry the midfield in midfield and additional duties.

Theoretically the young star was positioned on the right, however he could to drift inward and either link with Mbappe or crash the penalty area.

The analyst continued, “By using Eduardo Camavinga in the middle, you get more dynamism and more ways to close down the spaces.”

As a result them to position Jude wide right. I'm sure he would have been asked to track the runs of Mbappe on the ball with room, and he located him on several occasions.”

“He was asked to move into the penalty area and operate on the outskirts of the area, where he is very dangerous. He also drifted in to block central spaces creating Barca's task challenging.”

Conflict Issues Exposed

Undoubtedly that Madridistas adore Vinicius, calls for him were sung repeatedly by the passionate Madrid fans.

Yet recently there were countless reports over the past period that the club would consider allowing his departure should a suitable bid arrived.

He has a year left on his deal at the end of the campaign, but talks over a new deal have not progressed.

The player's reaction after coming off with 20 minutes left spoke of issues. When the match ended, he had to be restrained when he moved toward the Barcelona player.

The analyst noted, He will face backlash and rightly so, because it showed disrespect for Rodrygo who replaced him.”

Yet, growing up, he has lived in a challenging environment, and perceives that everyone is against him.”

“That mentality is tough to overcome, notably when you consider yourself on the verge of the best player, then the club shifts the focus in favor of Mbappe as the star.”

During this campaign he's felt that the organization isn't protecting him. Reports suggest, possibly leaked by the club, or with the club not denying it, that they would be open if someone paid €250 million to sign him and sell him.”

He is aware of this, so when the coach substituted him – justifiably, since he wasn't defending as expected – in his mind he says ‘why me, why me again?.”

Building bridges will be tough to build a bridge among the parties and Vinicius now.”

Their System “Falls Apart”

Following victories in all four of recent matches, Sunday's performance highlighted Barcelona's unconvincing beginning of the season.

Injuries have robbed the Barcelona coach of key players such as Raphinha, the striker and Olmo, and the approach is not effective when they are missing.

Balague said, Barcelona appear lack sharpness when not in possession, with less desire to win it back, with reduced intensity to reclaim the ball.”

Opponents find it simpler to attack them. Should the defense is not perfect, like on the first goal as Balde failed to step up, they receive little support by the midfield and forwards failing to press those on the ball as expected.”

The young talent, tormentor-in-chief of Real last season, was kept largely in check.

“Their stars were below par. The youngster appears in top condition, perhaps he's suffering from a groin issue