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The match represented almost a flawless performance for Xabi Alonso's squad, as they overcame Barca two goals to one during the Clasico to stretch their advantage at the summit in La Liga by five points.

The English midfielder scored his first goal in the league along with key pass this campaign following a challenging spell healing from a shoulder operation.

Kylian Mbappe showed his deadly performance in front of goal, while the coach's game plan in his inaugural El Clasico as coach worked perfectly.

But then the issue surrounding Vinicius emerged again yet again.

Dissatisfied with his substitution, the Brazilian winger complained as he walked directly past his manager and marched down the tunnel, then coming back on the sidelines later.

Alonso System Gets Success from Bellingham

In his first derby, this wasn't a bad one, especially since seven of Madrid's recent managers lost their initial La Liga meeting with Barcelona.

After the player-focused method of Carlo Ancelotti did not deliver last season, his structured approach delivered its first major result.

A specialist commented, The strategy worked brilliantly. The home side performed excellently, while Barcelona were off-color because of what Real Madrid were doing.”

When not in possession, they applied pressure as much as possible, and if they were beaten, they retreated in a structured manner, everybody including the forward.”

The team's shape in two layers spaced by a short distance. Barca could not find a way through.”

The new system appears to be positive for Bellingham, who previously was expected to cover multiple roles in the engine room and additional duties.

On paper the 22-year-old played on the right, however he had the freedom to drift inward and assist the attack or crash the penalty area.

The expert added, “By using Eduardo Camavinga in central midfield, you get more dynamism and more ways to close down the channels.”

“That forced them to position Jude wide right. I'm sure his role included to monitor the runs of Mbappe when he had the ball and had space, connecting with him repeatedly.”

His instructions included to move into the penalty area and position himself near the outskirts of the area, his most effective zone. He also drifted in to cut off passing options creating Barca's task tough.”

Conflict Issues Exposed

There's no doubting that Madridistas love Vinicius, his name rang out on several occasions by an enthusiastic Madrid fans.

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

The winger has one year remaining on his deal when this term concludes, yet negotiations for an extension have stalled.

Vinicius' behavior to being replaced in the second half indicated tension. Post-game, teammates intervened as he tried to approach Yamal.

The analyst said, Many will criticize him and justifiably, because it showed disrespect for the substitute taking his place.”

Yet, growing up, he has existed amid adversity, and he believes that he faces opposition.”

“That mentality is tough to overcome, particularly since you feel on the verge of number one in the world, then the club redirects attention in favor of Mbappe as the main man.”

“This season he believes that the organization isn't protecting him. Rumors indicate, potentially club-sourced, or unchallenged by officials, that they would be open if someone paid a quarter-billion euros to sign him and let him go.”

He is aware of this, and when he was taken off – fairly, because Vinicius stopped dropping back as required – in Vinicius' head he says why single me out?’.”

It may be challenging to build a bridge between the club and the player at the moment.”

Barca's Approach “Crumbles”

Following victories in each of the previous campaign's matches, the latest display was emblematic of Barcelona's unconvincing beginning of the season.

Injuries have left without Hansi Flick of key players including Raphinha, Lewandowski plus others, and his system isn't working in their absence.

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. If the defensive line is flawed, like on the Mbappe goal as Balde played him onside, they are not helped by the midfield and forwards failing to press those on the ball as well as they should.”

Yamal, tormentor-in-chief in previous meetings, was kept largely in check.

Key players did not perform well. Yamal appears in top condition, maybe due to groin problems