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This proved to be nearly a perfect day for Xabi Alonso's squad, who beat Barca by a 2-1 scoreline during the Clasico to increase their lead at the summit in the domestic championship to five points.

The English midfielder notched his inaugural goal in the league along with setup of the season after a difficult spell healing from shoulder surgery.

Kylian Mbappe continued his clinical performance in attack, and the manager's strategy during his debut Clasico as coach proved brilliantly.

However the issue surrounding Vinicius emerged again once more.

Dissatisfied at coming off, the star forward ranted as he walked right by the coach and stormed off the pitch, before reappearing to the substitute area after a short while.

Manager's Approach Gets Positive Outcomes for the Midfielder

As first Clasicos go, it was a solid start, given that seven of Madrid's last eight coaches were defeated in their first La Liga match with their rivals.

After the relaxed style under Ancelotti failed to get results last season, the new tactical system yielded its first major result.

A specialist commented, His plan was perfect. Real Madrid performed excellently, and the visitors struggled because of the home team's approach.”

“Without the ball, they applied pressure consistently, and if they were beaten, they retreated in a structured manner, everybody even Vinicius.”

Their defensive setup in two layers separated by 5-10 meters. The opposition struggled to penetrate.”

The tactical change appears to be good news for the midfielder, as he previously was expected to carry the midfield in midfield and additional duties.

On paper the young star was positioned on the right, however he could to come inside and either support Mbappe or enter the box.

Balague continued, With the French midfielder in the middle, this provides more dynamism and better ability to close down the spaces.”

This led to the team to position Jude wide right. I'm sure he would have been asked to monitor the runs of Mbappe when he had the ball and had space, connecting with him repeatedly.”

He was told to move into the penalty area and operate on the edge of the box, where he poses a threat. He also drifted in to block central spaces and cause Barca's task tough.”

Vinicius Tensions Exposed

It's clear that supporters love Vinicius, his name rang out on several occasions by an enthusiastic Bernabeu crowd.

But recently there were various accounts lately that Los Blancos could entertain letting him leave if an attractive proposal were to come in.

Vinicius will have one year remaining on his deal come the end of the season, but talks over a new deal have not progressed.

His response when substituted with 20 minutes left suggested issues. Post-game, teammates intervened as he attempted to confront the Barcelona player.

The analyst noted, Many will criticize him for good reason, because it showed a lack of respect for the substitute who came on for him.”

“But since being a kid, he has existed amid adversity, and perceives that he faces opposition.”

This mindset is hard to change, particularly since you feel on the verge of the best player, and the organization drives the axis to Mbappe as the key figure.”

Recently he has perceived that the organization is not defending him. There are stories, possibly leaked by the club, 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 after the coach substituted him – justifiably, as he ceased tracking back as he should – in Vinicius' head he says ‘why me, why me again?.”

“It will be difficult to build a bridge among the parties and the player currently.”

Barca's Approach “Falls Apart”

After winning each of the previous campaign's matches, the latest display represented Barca's shaky start to the campaign.

Fitness issues have left without Hansi Flick of important stars including Raphinha, Lewandowski and Olmo, and his system is not effective without them.

The expert stated, The squad seems lack sharpness when not in possession, with less desire to win it back, less aggressive in pressing.”

“It's easier to create chances against them. Should the defense is flawed, like on Mbappe's strike since the defender kept him onside, they receive little support from the attack failing to press the ball-carrier as expected.”

The young talent, the main threat earlier, was neutralized.

Key players were below par. The youngster seems not in top condition, maybe due to a groin issue