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It was almost a perfect outing from Real Madrid, as they overcame Barcelona by a 2-1 scoreline in the Clasico to increase their advantage at the top of the domestic championship by five points.

The English midfielder scored his maiden league goal along with key pass this term following a tough period healing from a shoulder operation.

Mbappe continued his deadly form in front of goal, and Alonso's tactics during his debut Clasico in the dugout proved perfectly.

Yet the Brazilian's situation came to the forefront once more.

Unhappy at coming off, the star forward protested on his way right by Xabi Alonso before stormed off the pitch, then reappearing to the bench after a short while.

Manager's Approach Gets Positive Outcomes from the Midfielder

For a debut Clasico, it was a solid start, considering the majority of Real's recent managers lost their initial league encounter against Barca.

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

Spanish football analyst observed, “He got it spot on. Madrid were very good, while Barcelona were off-color because of what Real Madrid were doing.”

When not in possession, they pressed high as much as possible, and when bypassed, they tracked back in a structured manner, all players including the forward.”

Their defensive setup in two lines with a gap of a short distance. Barca struggled to penetrate.”

The tactical change appears to be beneficial for Jude, who last season was essentially asked to cover multiple roles in midfield and additional duties.

In the lineup the young star played on the right, but in practice he was allowed to move centrally and link with Mbappe or crash the penalty area.

The analyst stated, “By using the French midfielder in the center, this provides increased movement and better ability to shut down the channels.”

“That forced them to deploy Jude wide right. I'm sure his role included to keep an eye on the forward's positioning when he had the ball and had space, and he found him repeatedly.”

He was told to enter the area and operate on just outside the box, his most effective zone. Additionally, he moved centrally to close the inside channels and cause Barcelona's life very difficult.”

Strained Relations Revealed

Undoubtedly that supporters love Vinicius, his name was chanted repeatedly by an enthusiastic home supporters.

But there have been countless reports over the past period that the club would consider selling him if the right offer arrived.

Vinicius has one season to go on his contract come the end of the season, yet talks over a new deal have stalled.

Vinicius' behavior to being replaced in the second half indicated tension. After the full-time whistle, he was held back as he attempted to confront the Barcelona player.

Balague said, “Everyone will have a go at him for good reason, since it displayed a lack of respect toward his replacement who came on for him.”

However, from a young age, he has lived amid adversity, and he believes that the world is hostile.”

“That mentality is tough to overcome, particularly since you feel close to being number one in the world, and the organization redirects attention towards Mbappe as the star.”

“This season he's felt that Real Madrid isn't protecting him. There are stories, possibly leaked by the club, or with the club not denying it, that they would be open an offer worth a quarter-billion euros for him and let him go.”

He is aware of this, and when the coach substituted him – reasonably, since he wasn't defending as he should – in Vinicius' head he thinks why always me?.”

Building bridges will be tough to mend relations between the club and him currently.”

Barca's Approach “Falls Apart”

After winning each of the recent matches, this outing highlighted Barca's shaky early form.

Absences have deprived Hansi Flick of key players including the Brazilian winger, the striker plus others, and the tactical setup is failing in their absence.

The analyst said, “It's like the whole team is a little bit less sharp without the ball, with less desire to win it back, with reduced intensity in pressing.”

“It's easier to break them down. If the defensive line is not perfect, which was the case the Mbappe goal as Balde failed to step up, they are not helped from the attack not closing down opponents in possession adequately.”

The young talent, the main threat earlier, was well contained.

Key players did not perform well. The youngster appears he's in good form, perhaps he's suffering from injury issues