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This proved to be nearly a flawless day from the Madrid side, as they defeated Barca by a 2-1 scoreline during the famous derby and increase the gap at the top in the Spanish league by five points.

Bellingham got his first league goal and assist of the season after a challenging spell healing from a shoulder operation.

Kylian Mbappe showed his deadly form in front of goal, while the manager's strategy in his inaugural Clasico in the dugout worked like a charm.

However the issue surrounding Vinicius emerged again yet again.

Dissatisfied at coming off, Vinicius ranted while walking straight past the coach and headed to the dressing room, before coming back to the substitute area later.

Alonso System Delivers Results for the Midfielder

In his first derby, Alonso did well, considering seven of Madrid's previous eight managers lost their initial La Liga match against their rivals.

Following the relaxed style from the previous coach fell short last season, the new tactical system yielded a significant outcome.

A specialist observed, The strategy worked brilliantly. The home side were impressive, while the visitors didn't play well because of the home team's approach.”

“Without the ball, they applied pressure consistently, and if they were beaten, they fell back in a structured manner, all players even Vinicius.”

The team's shape with two banks with a gap of five to 10 metres. Barca were unable to break through.”

This approach looks to be beneficial for Jude, as he in the past was essentially asked to do everything in the center and additional duties.

Theoretically Bellingham was positioned on the right, but in practice he was allowed to move centrally and either assist the attack or get into scoring positions.

The expert stated, “By using Camavinga in central midfield, it brings increased movement and additional options to shut down the spaces.”

“That forced them to put Bellingham on the right flank. Certainly he was instructed to keep an eye on Mbappe's movements on the ball and had space, and he located him a few times.”

He was told to get into the box and be around the outskirts of the area, where he is very dangerous. He also came inside to cut off passing options and cause the opponent's play challenging.”

Strained Relations Laid Bare

Undoubtedly that supporters adore Vinicius, his name rang out multiple times by a fervent Bernabeu crowd.

However there have been numerous stories lately that Real Madrid could entertain selling him if an attractive proposal arrived.

The winger will have a year left under his current terms when this term concludes, but negotiations for an extension are at a standstill.

His response when substituted late in the game indicated strained relations. Post-game, he had to be restrained when he moved toward Yamal.

Balague said, Many will criticize him and rightly so, as it demonstrated a lack of respect for Rodrygo who replaced him.”

“But since being a kid, he has existed in a challenging environment, and perceives that everyone is against him.”

Such thinking is difficult to shake, particularly since you believe on the verge of the top star, but the team redirects attention in favor of Mbappe as the star.”

Recently he has perceived that the club isn't protecting him. Rumors indicate, potentially club-sourced, or unchallenged by officials, that they might accept if someone paid a quarter-billion euros for him and sell him.”

“He feels all that, and when the coach substituted him – fairly, as he ceased tracking back as he should – in Vinicius' head he thinks why always me?.”

“It will be difficult to build a bridge between the club and Vinicius now.”

Barcelona Style “Crumbles”

Having triumphed in each of the last season's derbies, the latest display was emblematic of their uncertain start to the campaign.

Fitness issues have robbed Hansi Flick of key players such as Raphinha, Robert Lewandowski and Olmo, and the approach is failing without them.

The expert said, Barcelona appear is a little bit less sharp defensively, with less desire to win it back, with reduced intensity to reclaim the ball.”

“It's easier to create chances against them. Should the defense is not perfect, as it wasn't the Mbappe goal because Alejandro Balde kept him onside, they are not helped from the attack failing to press opponents in possession adequately.”

Yamal, the main threat in previous meetings, was neutralized.

“Their stars were below par. Lamine doesn't feel like he's in good form, possibly because of injury issues