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It was practically a perfect performance for Xabi Alonso's squad, as they overcame Barca by a 2-1 scoreline during the Clasico to extend their lead at the top of the domestic championship with a five-point cushion.

Bellingham scored his first domestic strike along with assist of the season following a challenging period healing from a shoulder operation.

Mbappe showed his clinical performance in front of goal, while the manager's strategy during his debut derby as coach worked brilliantly.

However the Vinicius Junior question reared its head yet again.

Dissatisfied at his substitution, the star forward complained as he walked straight past Xabi Alonso before stormed off the pitch, then reappearing to the bench later.

Tactical Setup Yields Results from Jude Bellingham

For a debut Clasico, it was a solid start, given that the majority of Real's last eight coaches were defeated in their first La Liga match with Barcelona.

Following the relaxed approach under Ancelotti did not deliver in the previous campaign, Alonso's positional game-model yielded its first major result.

A specialist commented, His plan was perfect. Madrid performed excellently, while the visitors struggled because of Madrid's tactics.”

Defensively, they pressed high for as long as they could, and when bypassed, they fell back in an organised way, everybody even Vinicius.”

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

This approach looks to be good news for Bellingham, who last season was essentially asked to cover multiple roles in the engine room and beyond.

Theoretically the young star started wide right, but actually he could to come inside and link with Mbappe or get into scoring positions.

The expert stated, Employing the French midfielder in the middle, this provides greater energy and additional options to close down the channels.”

“That forced the team to position Bellingham on the right flank. I'm sure his role included to track Mbappe's movements in possession with room, connecting with him on several occasions.”

“He was asked to enter the area and operate on just outside the box, where he is very dangerous. He also came inside to close the inside channels creating Barcelona's life very difficult.”

Conflict Issues Laid Bare

It's clear that the fans adore Vinicius, his name were sung repeatedly by the passionate home supporters.

However there have been countless reports lately that the club would consider allowing his departure should a suitable bid was made.

Vinicius will have one year remaining on his deal come the end of the season, but discussions on a renewal are at a standstill.

His response to being replaced in the second half indicated issues. After the full-time whistle, he had to be restrained as he attempted to confront Yamal.

The analyst noted, Many will criticize him and rightly so, as it demonstrated a lack of respect for Rodrygo who came on for him.”

“But since being a kid, he has lived amid adversity, and perceives that everyone is against him.”

“That mentality is difficult to shake, notably when you consider yourself near the best player, then the club shifts the focus to Mbappe as the key figure.”

“This season he has perceived that the organization is not defending him. There are stories, perhaps from within, or not denied by the club, that they would be open an offer worth a quarter-billion euros to sign him and allow him to leave.”

He is aware of this, so when Alonso subbed him – justifiably, since he wasn't defending as required – to him he thinks why always me?.”

Building bridges will be tough to build a bridge with the club and Vinicius now.”

Barca's Approach “Struggles”

Following victories in all four of previous campaign's derbies, the latest display was emblematic of their uncertain beginning of the season.

Absences have left without the manager of key players such as Raphinha, Robert Lewandowski plus others, and the tactical setup is failing in their absence.

The analyst commented, The squad seems is a little bit less sharp without the ball, with less desire to win it back, softer to get the possession back.”

Opponents find it simpler to break them down. Should the defense is not organized, which was the case Mbappe's strike since the defender failed to step up, the midfield doesn't assist from the attack failing to press the ball-carrier adequately.”

Lamine Yamal, the main threat in previous meetings, was neutralized.

Key players were below par. The youngster appears he is at his best, perhaps he's suffering from a groin issue