Real Madrid claimed a huge 2-1 win over Barcelona in El Clásico, but Vinicius Jr’s furious reaction stole the spotlight.
Xabi Alonso masterminded his first Clasico victory as Madrid boss, with Jude Bellingham and Kylian Mbappe scoring to send Los Blancos five points clear.
However, Vinicius’s angry outburst after being substituted in the 72nd minute hinted at growing unrest within the Bernabeu dressing room.
The Brazilian stormed past Alonso, ranting before disappearing down the tunnel, though he later returned looking visibly upset.
Contract tension and strained relations
Vinicius, 25, has just one year left on his contract after this season, and negotiations over a renewal have reportedly stalled.
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Spanish media claim Real Madrid could consider selling the winger if a suitable offer arrives, with few clubs able to afford him.
Despite being a fan favourite, the 2024 FIFA Best Men’s Player now appears increasingly frustrated with Alonso’s tactical system.
Still, Alonso’s approach proved decisive — his pressing structure and Bellingham’s freedom from the right dismantled Barcelona’s rhythm.
Alonso’s tactical statement win
Remarkably, seven of Madrid’s last eight managers had lost their first La Liga Clásico, but Alonso broke that streak in style.
He used a compact 4-2-3-1, with tight defensive spacing and coordinated pressing that forced Barcelona into errors throughout, reports First Post.
Analyst Guillem Balague praised Madrid’s shape, saying: “They defended in two lines — organised, aggressive, and hard to break down.”
While Alonso celebrates a statement win, Vinicius’s meltdown now threatens to overshadow Real Madrid’s resurgence at the summit.
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