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The match represented nearly a flawless outing from Xabi Alonso's squad, as they overcame Barca by a 2-1 scoreline during the famous derby to increase their lead at the summit of the domestic championship with a five-point cushion.

Bellingham scored his first league goal along with key pass this campaign following a tough period recovering from shoulder surgery.

Kylian Mbappe maintained his deadly performance in attack, while the coach's game plan during his debut El Clasico in the dugout proved brilliantly.

Yet the issue surrounding Vinicius emerged again another time.

Frustrated with being substituted, the star forward complained on his way directly past the coach and stormed to the dressing room, then coming back to the substitute area several minutes.

Alonso System Yields Results for the Midfielder

As first Clasicos go, this wasn't a bad one, considering seven of Madrid's previous eight coaches were defeated in their first La Liga meeting against their rivals.

Following the player-focused method of Carlo Ancelotti fell short in the previous campaign, the new tactical system delivered a significant outcome.

An expert noted, “He got it spot on. Madrid were impressive, and Barcelona were off-color because of Madrid's tactics.”

“Without the ball, they applied pressure consistently, and if they were beaten, they fell back in an organised way, all players including the forward.”

Their defensive setup with two banks spaced by 5-10 meters. The opposition were unable to break through.”

The new system seems good news for Jude, as he in the past was essentially asked to carry the midfield in the engine room and additional duties.

In the lineup Bellingham played on the right, however he could to come inside and either link with Mbappe or crash the penalty area.

The analyst added, With Camavinga in central midfield, you get more dynamism and better ability to shut down the channels.”

“That forced them to deploy Jude on the right-hand side. I'm sure he would have been asked to monitor the forward's positioning in possession and had space, connecting with him on several occasions.”

He was told to move into the penalty area and operate on the edge of the box, where he is very dangerous. Additionally, he moved centrally to block central spaces and make Barcelona's life tough.”

Strained Relations Exposed

Undoubtedly that supporters love Vinicius, his chant were sung on several occasions by the passionate home supporters.

Yet multiple various accounts lately that Real Madrid might think about allowing his departure should a suitable bid was made.

He will have a year left under his current terms when this term concludes, yet discussions on a renewal have stalled.

Vinicius' behavior after coming off in the second half indicated issues. When the match ended, he had to be restrained as he attempted to confront the Barcelona player.

Balague commented, He will face backlash for good reason, since it displayed a lack of respect for the substitute who came on for him.”

“But since being a kid, he has existed in a hostile world, and he believes that he faces opposition.”

This mindset is hard to change, notably when you feel near the best player, and the organization drives the axis to Mbappe as the key figure.”

“This season he believes that Real Madrid isn't protecting him. Reports suggest, possibly leaked by the club, or unchallenged by officials, that they would be open if someone paid a quarter-billion euros for his transfer and sell him.”

He is aware of this, and when he was taken off – justifiably, because Vinicius stopped dropping back as expected – in his mind he thinks why single me out?’.”

“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 highlighted Barcelona's unconvincing start to the campaign.

Fitness issues have robbed the Barcelona coach of crucial contributors including the Brazilian winger, Lewandowski and Dani Olmo, and his system is failing without them.

The expert said, Barcelona appear lack sharpness without the ball, with less desire to win it back, softer to get the possession back.”

“It's easier to break them down. If the defensive line is flawed, which was the case the Mbappe goal because Alejandro Balde played him onside, they are not helped from the attack failing to press the ball-carrier as expected.”

Yamal, the main threat earlier, was well contained.

Key players weren't at their best. The youngster appears he is at his best, perhaps he's suffering from injury issues