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This proved to be practically an ideal performance for Xabi Alonso's squad, as they beat their arch-rivals by a 2-1 scoreline in the Clasico to extend their advantage at the summit in La Liga with a five-point cushion.

The English midfielder got his maiden goal in the league along with setup of the season following a tough few months recovering from shoulder surgery.

Mbappe continued his deadly form in attack, while the manager's strategy in his inaugural derby in the dugout proved like a charm.

Yet the Vinicius Junior question came to the forefront once more.

Frustrated at his substitution, Vinicius protested as he walked right by the coach before stormed off the pitch, then coming back to the substitute area later.

Manager's Approach Delivers Positive Outcomes for the Midfielder

For a debut Clasico, it was a solid start, especially since seven of Madrid's previous eight coaches were defeated in their first league meeting with their rivals.

Following the relaxed style of Carlo Ancelotti did not deliver last season, the new tactical system produced a significant outcome.

A specialist observed, His plan was perfect. Madrid were impressive, while Barca struggled due to the home team's approach.”

Defensively, they pushed up consistently, if overcome, they retreated in an organised way, all players even Vinicius.”

“They defended with two banks spaced by 5-10 meters. Barcelona struggled to penetrate.”

This approach seems positive for the midfielder, who in the past had been tasked to cover multiple roles in the center and beyond.

In the lineup the 22-year-old played on the right, but in practice he could to come inside and assist the attack or enter the box.

The analyst added, “By using Camavinga in the center, you get greater energy and additional options to close down the channels.”

“That forced them to position Bellingham wide right. Undoubtedly he would have been asked to keep an eye on the forward's positioning in possession with room, and he located him repeatedly.”

He was told to move into the penalty area and be around the outskirts of the area, where he poses a threat. He also came inside to close the inside channels creating Barca's task tough.”

Strained Relations Laid Bare

There's no doubting that Madridistas adore Vinicius, calls for him were sung on several occasions by the passionate Madrid fans.

But multiple various accounts in recent months that the club might think about letting him leave if an attractive proposal were to come in.

The winger has one season to go on his deal at the end of the campaign, but talks over a new deal are at a standstill.

His response after coming off late in the game suggested strained relations. When the match ended, he had to be restrained as he attempted to confront Lamine Yamal.

The expert commented, He will face backlash and rightly so, because it showed poor sportsmanship for the substitute who came on for him.”

“But since being a kid, his life has been amid adversity, and perceives that everyone is against him.”

“That mentality is tough to overcome, particularly since you believe near number one in the world, and the organization shifts the focus towards Mbappe as the main man.”

Recently he has perceived that the club isn't protecting him. There are stories, possibly leaked by the club, or not denied by the club, that they would be open if someone paid €250 million for him and sell him.”

He is aware of this, so when he was taken off – fairly, since he wasn't defending as expected – in Vinicius' head he says ‘why me, why me again?.”

“It will be difficult to build a bridge with the club and Vinicius currently.”

Barcelona Style “Falls Apart”

Following victories in each of the previous campaign's matches, this outing represented their uncertain start to the campaign.

Absences have deprived the Barcelona coach of crucial contributors including the Brazilian winger, Robert Lewandowski plus others, and his system is not effective without them.

Balague said, The squad seems is a little bit less sharp defensively, not as eager to regain possession, softer to reclaim the ball.”

“It's easier to create chances against them. When the backline is not organized, which was the case Mbappe's strike as Balde failed to step up, they are not helped by teammates not challenging those on the ball as expected.”

Yamal, who troubled Madrid in previous meetings, was neutralized.

Key players weren't at their best. Yamal appears he's in good form, maybe due to injury issues