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The match represented practically a flawless outing for Real Madrid, as they overcame their arch-rivals two goals to one during the famous derby and increase the gap in first place of La Liga with a five-point cushion.

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

Mbappe maintained his deadly form in attack, and the coach's game plan during his debut El Clasico on the sidelines functioned like a charm.

Yet the issue surrounding Vinicius reared its head once more.

Unhappy at being substituted, the Brazilian winger ranted as he walked right by his manager before headed off the pitch, then returning on the sidelines after a short while.

Alonso System Delivers Results for Jude Bellingham

For a debut Clasico, Alonso did well, considering seven of Madrid's recent managers were defeated in their initial La Liga match with Barca.

Following the player-focused style under Ancelotti fell short last season, the new tactical system produced its first major result.

A specialist commented, “He got it spot on. The home side were very good, while Barcelona didn't play well due to Madrid's tactics.”

“Without the ball, they pushed up for as long as they could, and when bypassed, they retreated in an organised way, all players including Vinicius.”

Their defensive setup in two lines with a gap of a short distance. Barcelona were unable to break through.”

The tactical change looks to be positive for the midfielder, who previously had been tasked to do everything in midfield and beyond.

Theoretically Bellingham was positioned on the right, however he had the freedom to move centrally and either assist the attack or crash the penalty area.

The expert added, Employing Eduardo Camavinga in central midfield, this provides more dynamism and better ability to block the spaces.”

“That forced the team to position Bellingham on the right flank. Undoubtedly he would have been asked to monitor Mbappe's movements when he had the ball and had space, and he located him on several occasions.”

“He was asked to enter the area and position himself near the outskirts of the area, his most effective zone. He also came inside to block central spaces and make Barca's task challenging.”

Conflict Issues Revealed

It's clear that Madridistas adore Vinicius, calls for him rang out on several occasions by an enthusiastic Madrid fans.

However recently there were various accounts lately that Los Blancos could entertain selling him if an attractive proposal was made.

He has one year remaining on his deal when this term concludes, yet negotiations for an extension have not progressed.

His response when substituted late in the game spoke of strained relations. After the full-time whistle, he had to be restrained when he moved toward the Barcelona player.

The expert commented, He will face backlash and rightly so, as it demonstrated poor sportsmanship for the substitute taking his place.”

However, from a young age, he has existed in a hostile world, and perceives that the world is hostile.”

“That mentality is difficult to shake, particularly since you believe on the verge of the best player, then the club redirects attention to Mbappe as the star.”

Recently he's felt that Real Madrid is not defending him. There are stories, potentially club-sourced, or not denied by the club, that they might accept if someone paid 250m euros for his transfer and let him go.”

This affects him, and when Alonso subbed him – fairly, since he wasn't defending as required – in his mind he says why always me?.”

It may be challenging to build a bridge among the parties and him now.”

Their System “Struggles”

Following victories in each of the recent derbies, Sunday's performance highlighted Barca's shaky beginning of the season.

Injuries have left without the Barcelona coach of important stars including Raphinha, Lewandowski and Dani Olmo, and the approach is failing in their absence.

The expert said, “It's like the whole team are slightly off without the ball, not as eager to regain possession, softer to get the possession back.”

They are more vulnerable to create chances against them. If the defensive line is not perfect, which was the case the first goal since the defender played him onside, they are not helped from the attack failing to press those on the ball as well as they should.”

The young talent, tormentor-in-chief of Real last season, was kept largely in check.

“Their stars did not perform well. Yamal doesn't feel like he's in good form, maybe due to a groin issue