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The match represented almost a perfect day from the Madrid side, as they beat their arch-rivals two goals to one in the famous derby and extend their advantage at the top in La Liga by five points.

Jude Bellingham scored his inaugural goal in the league along with key pass of the season following a tough period recovering from a shoulder operation.

The French forward continued his lethal performance in attack, while Alonso's tactics during his debut derby on the sidelines proved perfectly.

However the Vinicius Junior question emerged again another time.

Dissatisfied at being substituted, the Brazilian winger protested as he walked straight past Xabi Alonso before headed to the dressing room, then coming back to the substitute area several minutes.

Manager's Approach Gets Results from the Midfielder

For a debut Clasico, it was a solid start, especially since the majority of Madrid's recent coaches lost their initial league encounter against their rivals.

After the laissez-faire method under Ancelotti did not deliver last season, the new tactical system yielded a significant outcome.

Spanish football analyst commented, His plan was perfect. Madrid were impressive, and Barca struggled due to what Real Madrid were doing.”

“Without the ball, they applied pressure as much as possible, and when bypassed, they fell back in an organised way, all players even Vinicius.”

Their defensive setup in two lines with a gap of 5-10 meters. Barcelona struggled to penetrate.”

The new system looks to be positive for the midfielder, as he in the past had been tasked to carry the midfield in the engine room and additional duties.

On paper Bellingham started wide right, however he was allowed to come inside and either assist the attack or crash the penalty area.

The analyst stated, “By using Eduardo Camavinga in the middle, it brings more dynamism and better ability to shut down the spaces.”

As a result the team to position Bellingham on the right-hand side. Undoubtedly his role included to keep an eye on 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 position himself near the edge of the box, his most effective zone. He also drifted in to block central spaces and make Barca's task challenging.”

Strained Relations Laid Bare

There's no doubting that the fans are fond of the Brazilian, his name was chanted multiple times by a fervent Madrid fans.

But multiple numerous stories over the past period that Real Madrid could entertain selling him should a suitable bid were to come in.

Vinicius will have one year remaining on his contract at the end of the campaign, yet negotiations for an extension are at a standstill.

The player's reaction when substituted with 20 minutes left indicated issues. When the match ended, he was held back when he moved toward Lamine Yamal.

The expert said, He will face backlash and justifiably, as it demonstrated a lack of respect for Rodrygo who came on for him.”

“But since being a kid, he has lived in a challenging environment, and perceives that the world is hostile.”

“That mentality is difficult to shake, notably when you consider yourself close to being the top star, and the organization drives the axis towards Mbappe as the key figure.”

Recently he believes that the organization has not supported him. There are stories, possibly leaked by the club, or with the club not denying it, that they wouldn't be unhappy a bid of 250m euros to sign him and allow him to leave.”

This affects him, and when Alonso subbed him – justifiably, since he wasn't defending as expected – in his mind he questions ‘why me, why me again?.”

It may be challenging to reconcile between the club and Vinicius at the moment.”

Their System “Crumbles”

After winning all four of recent Clasicos, Sunday's performance represented Barca's shaky early form.

Fitness issues have left without the manager of crucial contributors such as Raphinha, Robert Lewandowski and Dani Olmo, and the tactical setup is failing in their absence.

The analyst said, The squad seems is a little bit less sharp when not in possession, with less desire to win it back, less aggressive to get the possession back.”

“It's easier to break them down. If the defensive line is not perfect, which was the case the Mbappe goal as Balde played him onside, they are not helped by teammates not closing down those on the ball adequately.”

Lamine Yamal, the main threat earlier, was neutralized.

The big names weren't at their best. Yamal doesn't feel like he's in good form, possibly because of groin problems