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The match represented practically a flawless performance for Xabi Alonso's squad, who overcame their arch-rivals two goals to one in the famous derby to extend their lead in first place in the Spanish league to five points.

Bellingham notched his first goal in the league along with key pass this term after a challenging period healing from shoulder surgery.

Mbappe showed his deadly touch when scoring, while the coach's game plan in his inaugural Clasico in the dugout functioned like a charm.

But then the Brazilian's situation came to the forefront yet again.

Frustrated with coming off, the Brazilian winger ranted as he walked directly past Xabi Alonso before marched down the tunnel, before returning on the sidelines after a short while.

Manager's Approach Gets Results from Jude Bellingham

As first Clasicos go, Alonso did well, considering the majority of Madrid's previous eight managers were defeated in their first league meeting with Barcelona.

After the relaxed approach under Ancelotti fell short earlier, the new tactical system delivered its first major result.

A specialist observed, His plan was perfect. Madrid were very good, while Barcelona struggled because of the home team's approach.”

When not in possession, they pressed high consistently, and when bypassed, they fell back in an organised way, all players even the forward.”

Their defensive setup in two lines spaced by five to 10 metres. Barca were unable to break through.”

The new system looks to be positive for Bellingham, as he previously was expected to cover multiple roles in the center and additional duties.

In the lineup the 22-year-old played on the right, but actually he could to move centrally and either support Mbappe or crash the penalty area.

The analyst stated, Employing Eduardo Camavinga in central midfield, it brings more dynamism and better ability to close down the passing lanes.”

As a result them to put Bellingham on the right-hand side. I'm sure he was instructed to keep an eye on the forward's positioning when he had the ball with room, connecting with him on several occasions.”

His instructions included to move into the penalty area and operate on the outskirts of the area, his most effective zone. Additionally, he moved centrally to cut off passing options and make the opponent's play tough.”

Strained Relations Exposed

There's no doubting that Madridistas adore Vinicius, calls for him was chanted repeatedly by an enthusiastic Madrid fans.

Yet recently there were numerous stories lately that Real Madrid could entertain selling him if an attractive proposal were to come in.

The winger has a year left on his contract come the end of the season, but discussions on a renewal have not progressed.

Vinicius' behavior after coming off late in the game indicated tension. When the match ended, teammates intervened as he tried to approach Yamal.

The analyst noted, Many will criticize him and rightly so, since it displayed poor sportsmanship toward his replacement who came on for him.”

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

This mindset is tough to overcome, notably when you consider yourself on the verge of the best player, and the organization redirects attention to Mbappe as the key figure.”

During this campaign he believes that the club has not supported him. Reports suggest, potentially club-sourced, or unchallenged by officials, that they would be open an offer worth a quarter-billion euros for him and allow him to leave.”

“He feels all that, so when Alonso subbed him – justifiably, because Vinicius stopped dropping back as he should – in his mind he says why single me out?’.”

It may be challenging to reconcile among the parties and the player currently.”

Barca's Approach “Falls Apart”

After winning each of the previous campaign's Clasicos, Sunday's performance was emblematic of Barcelona's unconvincing start to the campaign.

Injuries have deprived the manager of important stars including Raphinha, Robert Lewandowski plus others, and the tactical setup is failing in their absence.

The analyst said, “It's like the whole team is a little bit less sharp when not in possession, with less desire to win it back, softer to reclaim the ball.”

“It's easier to attack them. Should the defense is not organized, like on the Mbappe goal since the defender failed to step up, they are not helped by the midfield and forwards failing to press those on the ball as well as they should.”

The young talent, tormentor-in-chief earlier, was well contained.

The big names were below par. Yamal appears in top condition, possibly because of injury issues