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This proved to be almost an ideal outing from Real Madrid, as they defeated Barca by a 2-1 scoreline in the famous derby and extend the gap in first place in La Liga by five points.

The English midfielder notched his inaugural goal in the league along with key pass this campaign after a challenging few months coming back from shoulder surgery.

Kylian Mbappe showed his deadly performance when scoring, while the coach's game plan during his debut El Clasico in the dugout functioned like a charm.

However the Vinicius Junior question came to the forefront once more.

Dissatisfied at being substituted, the star forward protested while walking straight past the coach before marched off the pitch, then returning on the sidelines after a short while.

Alonso System Gets Success for Bellingham

For a debut Clasico, it was a solid start, given that seven of Real's recent coaches were defeated in their first La Liga meeting against their rivals.

After the laissez-faire style under Ancelotti failed to get results in the previous campaign, the new tactical system delivered its first major result.

Spanish football analyst commented, His plan was perfect. The home side were impressive, and Barca struggled due to Madrid's tactics.”

“Without the ball, they pressed high consistently, if overcome, they retreated in a structured manner, all players even the forward.”

Their defensive setup in two lines separated by five to 10 metres. Barca struggled to penetrate.”

The new system appears to be positive for the midfielder, as he in the past had been tasked to cover multiple roles in midfield and additional duties.

In the lineup Bellingham played on the right, but actually he had the freedom to come inside and support Mbappe or enter the box.

The analyst added, Employing Camavinga in the center, this provides greater energy and additional options to shut down the spaces.”

“That forced them to position Jude wide right. Undoubtedly he would have been asked to keep an eye on Mbappe's movements when he had the ball and found openings, connecting with him a few times.”

He was told to move into the penalty area and be around the outskirts of the area, where he poses a threat. He also drifted in to cut off passing options and make Barca's task challenging.”

Vinicius Tensions Laid Bare

There's no doubting that supporters are fond of the Brazilian, calls for him was chanted repeatedly by a fervent Madrid fans.

However recently there were numerous stories in recent months that Real Madrid would consider letting him leave if the right offer was made.

The winger has one season to go on his contract come the end of the season, yet discussions on a renewal are at a standstill.

Vinicius' behavior when substituted late in the game suggested tension. Post-game, he had to be restrained as he tried to approach Lamine Yamal.

The analyst commented, Many will criticize him for good reason, as it demonstrated poor sportsmanship for the substitute who came on for him.”

Yet, growing up, he has existed in a challenging environment, and he believes that he faces opposition.”

“That mentality is tough to overcome, notably when you believe near the top star, and the organization drives the axis towards Mbappe as the key figure.”

Recently he's felt that the club has not supported him. There are stories, possibly leaked by the club, or unchallenged by officials, that they might accept if someone paid a quarter-billion euros for him and allow him to leave.”

“He feels all that, so when he was taken off – fairly, since he wasn't defending as required – in Vinicius' head he says ‘why me, why me again?.”

Building bridges will be tough to reconcile between the club and him currently.”

Barca's Approach “Falls Apart”

Following victories in each of the last season's matches, the latest display was emblematic of Barca's shaky early form.

Absences have deprived Hansi Flick of important stars such as Raphinha, Robert Lewandowski and Dani Olmo, and the approach isn't working when they are missing.

The expert stated, The squad seems is a little bit less sharp when not in possession, with less desire to win it back, with reduced intensity to reclaim the ball.”

They are more vulnerable to attack them. If the defensive line is not organized, as it wasn't the first goal because Alejandro Balde failed to step up, they receive little support by teammates failing to press opponents in possession as well as they should.”

The young talent, the main threat in previous meetings, was neutralized.

The big names did not perform well. Lamine appears he is at his best, perhaps he's suffering from injury issues