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The match represented practically a perfect performance for Xabi Alonso's squad, as they overcame their arch-rivals two goals to one in the famous derby and stretch their lead at the summit in La Liga with a five-point cushion.

The English midfielder scored his inaugural domestic strike along with setup of the season following a difficult period recovering from a shoulder operation.

The French forward continued his clinical performance when scoring, and the manager's strategy during his debut El Clasico as coach worked perfectly.

However the issue surrounding Vinicius came to the forefront yet again.

Dissatisfied at being substituted, the Brazilian winger protested as he walked right by the coach before stormed down the tunnel, before coming back on the sidelines after a short while.

Manager's Approach Gets Results from the Midfielder

In his first derby, this wasn't a bad one, considering seven of Madrid's last eight bosses were defeated in their first La Liga match with their rivals.

After the player-focused style from the previous coach did not deliver earlier, Alonso's positional game-model yielded an important victory.

A specialist noted, The strategy worked brilliantly. Madrid were impressive, while Barcelona struggled because of Madrid's tactics.”

“Without the ball, they pressed high as much as possible, if overcome, they fell back in an organised way, everybody including Vinicius.”

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

The tactical change appears to be beneficial for Bellingham, who last season was essentially asked to carry the midfield in the center and more.

Theoretically Bellingham started wide right, but actually he could to move centrally and assist the attack or enter the box.

The analyst added, “By using Camavinga in the center, you get increased movement and more ways to close down the spaces.”

“That forced them to position Jude wide right. I'm sure he would have been asked to monitor Mbappe's movements in possession with room, and he located him a few times.”

He was told to move into the penalty area and be around the outskirts of the area, where he is very dangerous. Additionally, he moved centrally to block central spaces and cause the opponent's play very difficult.”

Strained Relations Exposed

Undoubtedly that supporters are fond of the Brazilian, calls for him rang out repeatedly by the passionate Bernabeu crowd.

Yet multiple numerous stories over the past period that the club would consider allowing his departure if an attractive proposal were to come in.

He has one season to go under his current terms come the end of the season, but talks over a new deal are at a standstill.

His response when substituted late in the game suggested issues. Post-game, he was held back when he moved toward Yamal.

Balague commented, “Everyone will have a go at him and justifiably, as it demonstrated poor sportsmanship for the substitute who came on for him.”

Yet, growing up, he has lived in a challenging environment, and he believes that everyone is against him.”

“That mentality is hard to change, particularly since you consider yourself on the verge of the best player, but the team redirects attention towards Mbappe as the key figure.”

“This season he believes that the club is not defending him. There are stories, potentially club-sourced, or unchallenged by officials, that they might accept if someone paid €250 million for his transfer and let him go.”

He is aware of this, and when he was taken off – fairly, as he ceased tracking back as expected – to him he says why always me?.”

It may be challenging to build a bridge between the club and Vinicius now.”

Their System “Crumbles”

After winning all four of last season's Clasicos, the latest display was emblematic of Barca's shaky beginning of the season.

Fitness issues have deprived the Barcelona coach of crucial contributors such as Raphinha, Robert Lewandowski and Olmo, and the approach is not effective when they are missing.

The analyst commented, The squad seems lack sharpness when not in possession, not as eager to regain possession, softer in pressing.”

“It's easier to create chances against them. If the defensive line is not organized, which was the case the Mbappe goal since the defender played him onside, the midfield doesn't assist by the midfield and forwards not challenging those on the ball as expected.”

Lamine Yamal, who troubled Madrid earlier, was kept largely in check.

“Their stars weren't at their best. Yamal seems not in top condition, possibly because of a groin issue