The Madrid Giants Commanding yet Vinicius Junior Tensions Grow – Key Spanish Derby Takeaways

It was nearly a perfect day from Real Madrid, as they beat their arch-rivals by a 2-1 scoreline during the famous derby and extend their advantage in first place in the Spanish league with a five-point cushion.

Bellingham scored his maiden goal in the league and key pass this term following a tough spell recovering from a shoulder operation.

The French forward showed his lethal performance when scoring, while Alonso's tactics in his first El Clasico in the dugout proved perfectly.

Yet the Brazilian's situation emerged again once more.

Frustrated at his substitution, the Brazilian winger complained while walking right by the coach before headed down the tunnel, then coming back on the sidelines later.

Tactical Setup Yields Positive Outcomes from Jude Bellingham

For a debut Clasico, Alonso did well, considering seven of Real's previous eight bosses were defeated in their initial league meeting with Barca.

Following the laissez-faire approach under Ancelotti did not deliver in the previous campaign, the new tactical system delivered its first major result.

Spanish football analyst observed, “He got it spot on. Real Madrid were impressive, while Barcelona didn't play well because of the home team's approach.”

Defensively, they pressed high consistently, and when bypassed, they retreated in a structured manner, all players including Vinicius.”

“They defended in two lines spaced by five to 10 metres. Barca struggled to penetrate.”

This approach looks to be beneficial for Bellingham, as he last season was expected to do everything in midfield and more.

Theoretically the 22-year-old started wide right, but in practice he had the freedom to come inside and either support Mbappe or enter the box.

Balague continued, With the French midfielder in central midfield, you get greater energy and better ability to shut down the channels.”

As a result the team to deploy Bellingham on the right-hand side. Undoubtedly he was instructed to track the forward's positioning when he had the ball with room, connecting with him repeatedly.”

He was told to get into the box and position himself near the edge of the box, where he poses a threat. He also came inside to block central spaces and make Barcelona's life very difficult.”

Strained Relations Revealed

There's no doubting that Madridistas adore Vinicius, his name was chanted repeatedly by a fervent Bernabeu crowd.

But multiple various accounts in recent months that Los Blancos would consider selling him if the right offer were to come in.

The winger will have one year remaining on his contract at the end of the campaign, yet negotiations for an extension are at a standstill.

The player's reaction when substituted in the second half spoke of strained relations. When the match ended, he was held back as he attempted to confront the Barcelona player.

The analyst said, Many will criticize him and justifiably, since it displayed a lack of respect for Rodrygo who replaced him.”

However, from a young age, he has existed in a challenging environment, and he believes that everyone is against him.”

“That mentality is tough to overcome, notably when you consider yourself close to being the best player, but the team shifts the focus towards Mbappe as the main man.”

“This season he's felt that the club is not defending him. Rumors indicate, perhaps from within, or with the club not denying it, that they might accept an offer worth €250 million to sign him and let him go.”

He is aware of this, and when he was taken off – fairly, because Vinicius stopped dropping back as expected – in Vinicius' head he questions ‘why me, why me again?.”

It may be challenging to reconcile with the club and the player now.”

Their System “Falls Apart”

Following victories in each of the recent Clasicos, this outing represented their uncertain beginning of the season.

Fitness issues have deprived the manager of crucial contributors including Raphinha, the striker and Olmo, and the approach is failing without them.

The analyst said, Barcelona appear are slightly off without the ball, with less desire to win it back, less aggressive to get the possession back.”

“It's easier to create chances against them. If the defensive line is not organized, like on the first goal as Balde failed to step up, they receive little support by the midfield and forwards failing to press the ball-carrier adequately.”

Yamal, the main threat earlier, was neutralized.

“Their stars were below par. Yamal doesn't feel like in top condition, perhaps he's suffering from a groin issue