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This proved to be practically an ideal day from Real Madrid, who beat Barca by a 2-1 scoreline in El Clasico to stretch their lead at the top in the Spanish league with a five-point cushion.

Bellingham notched his maiden goal in the league and setup of the season after a tough period healing from shoulder surgery.

Mbappe maintained his deadly performance in front of goal, while the manager's strategy in his first derby on the sidelines functioned like a charm.

Yet the issue surrounding Vinicius came to the forefront once more.

Unhappy with being substituted, the star forward ranted on his way directly past the coach before marched off the pitch, before reappearing on the sidelines after a short while.

Alonso System Delivers Results from Jude Bellingham

As first Clasicos go, it was a solid start, considering seven of Madrid's recent bosses lost their debut league meeting with Barca.

After the laissez-faire method of Carlo Ancelotti failed to get results earlier, his structured approach yielded a significant outcome.

Spanish football analyst observed, “He got it spot on. The home side were impressive, and Barcelona didn't play well due to what Real Madrid were doing.”

“Without the ball, they pressed high as much as possible, and if they were beaten, they tracked back with discipline, all players even the forward.”

The team's shape with two banks with a gap of a short distance. The opposition could not find a way through.”

The tactical change appears to be beneficial for the midfielder, who last season was essentially asked to carry the midfield in the center and additional duties.

In the lineup Bellingham started wide right, however he had the freedom to drift inward and link with Mbappe or enter the box.

The expert continued, “By using Eduardo Camavinga in the center, this provides greater energy and additional options to close down the passing lanes.”

As a result the team to deploy Jude on the right flank. Certainly he was instructed to keep an eye on the runs of Mbappe when he had the ball with room, and he located him repeatedly.”

He was told to enter the area and position himself near the outskirts of the area, where he poses a threat. Additionally, he moved centrally to cut off passing options and cause Barca's task very difficult.”

Conflict Issues Exposed

There's no doubting that Madridistas adore Vinicius, his chant was chanted repeatedly by an enthusiastic home supporters.

Yet there have been countless reports lately that the club might think about allowing his departure if an attractive proposal arrived.

Vinicius will have a year left on his contract when this term concludes, but discussions on a renewal have not progressed.

Vinicius' behavior when substituted with 20 minutes left indicated strained relations. Post-game, teammates intervened as he attempted to confront the Barcelona player.

The analyst commented, He will face backlash for good reason, since it displayed disrespect for Rodrygo who came on for him.”

Yet, growing up, he has existed in a hostile world, and he believes that the world is hostile.”

“That mentality is tough to overcome, especially when you consider yourself close to being the best player, but the team redirects attention towards Mbappe as the main man.”

Recently he has perceived that Real Madrid is not defending him. There are stories, possibly leaked by the club, or unchallenged by officials, that they wouldn't be unhappy if someone paid 250m euros for his transfer and let him go.”

“He feels all that, so when Alonso subbed him – justifiably, as he ceased tracking back as expected – in his mind he questions why always me?.”

“It will be difficult to build a bridge between the club and him at the moment.”

Barca's Approach “Crumbles”

Following victories in all four of last season's derbies, the latest display represented their uncertain beginning of the season.

Injuries have left without the Barcelona coach of crucial contributors such as the Brazilian winger, Robert Lewandowski and Dani Olmo, and his system isn't working when they are missing.

The analyst stated, “It's like the whole team lack sharpness defensively, not as eager to regain possession, with reduced intensity to reclaim the ball.”

They are more vulnerable to break them down. Should the defense is not organized, as it wasn't the first goal as Balde failed to step up, they are not helped by the midfield and forwards failing to press opponents in possession as well as they should.”

Lamine Yamal, tormentor-in-chief in previous meetings, was well contained.

The big names weren't at their best. The youngster seems not he's in good form, perhaps he's suffering from groin problems