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This proved to be almost a perfect performance from Real Madrid, as they beat Barca by a 2-1 scoreline during the famous derby and stretch their lead in first place in the Spanish league to five points.

Bellingham got his first domestic strike and setup of the season after a challenging period healing from a shoulder operation.

The French forward continued his clinical form in attack, while the coach's game plan in his inaugural El Clasico on the sidelines functioned brilliantly.

However the issue surrounding Vinicius emerged again once more.

Frustrated with being substituted, the star forward protested on his way right by Xabi Alonso before marched down the tunnel, before returning to the substitute area later.

Alonso System Gets Success for the Midfielder

In his first derby, Alonso did well, considering the majority of Madrid's recent coaches were defeated in their first league meeting against Barcelona.

Following the laissez-faire method under Ancelotti fell short last season, the new tactical system delivered its first major result.

A specialist commented, “He got it spot on. Real Madrid were very good, and Barca didn't play well because of what Real Madrid were doing.”

“Without the ball, they pushed up as much as possible, and when bypassed, they tracked back in an organised way, everybody even the forward.”

Their defensive setup in two layers spaced by five to 10 metres. Barcelona could not find a way through.”

The new system looks to be good news for Jude, who last season had been tasked to carry the midfield in the engine room and additional duties.

In the lineup Bellingham was positioned on the right, but actually he could to move centrally and either assist the attack or crash the penalty area.

Balague added, “By using Eduardo Camavinga in the middle, you get greater energy and more ways to shut down the passing lanes.”

“That forced them to put Jude wide right. I'm sure he was instructed to keep an eye on the runs of Mbappe when he had the ball and found openings, connecting with him a few times.”

His instructions included to get into the box and position himself near the edge of the box, his most effective zone. He also drifted in to close the inside channels creating Barca's task challenging.”

Vinicius Tensions Exposed

It's clear that the fans adore Vinicius, his name was chanted multiple times by the passionate Madrid fans.

But multiple numerous stories over the past period that the club might think about selling him if the right offer arrived.

The winger will have one season to go under his current terms come the end of the season, yet talks over a new deal are at a standstill.

The player's reaction after coming off with 20 minutes left suggested tension. Post-game, he had to be restrained as he tried to approach Yamal.

Balague said, He will face backlash and rightly so, since it displayed disrespect toward his replacement who came on for him.”

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

This mindset is hard to change, notably when you consider yourself near number one in the world, then the club redirects attention in favor of Mbappe as the key figure.”

“This season he has perceived that Real Madrid has not supported him. Reports suggest, perhaps from within, or not denied by the club, that they wouldn't be unhappy an offer worth €250 million for him and let him go.”

“He feels all that, so when Alonso subbed him – fairly, since he wasn't defending as required – to him he thinks why single me out?’.”

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

Barca's Approach “Crumbles”

After winning all four of last season's matches, the latest display highlighted their uncertain beginning of the season.

Injuries have robbed the Barcelona coach of key players such as Raphinha, Lewandowski and Olmo, and the tactical setup is not effective without them.

Balague stated, The squad seems are slightly off when not in possession, less hungry to recover it, softer to get the possession back.”

Opponents find it simpler to create chances against them. If the defensive line is not perfect, as it wasn't the Mbappe goal because Alejandro Balde kept him onside, they receive little support by the midfield and forwards failing to press the ball-carrier adequately.”

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

The big names weren't at their best. Yamal seems not in top condition, maybe due to a groin issue