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It was nearly an ideal day from Xabi Alonso's squad, as they overcame Barca two goals to one in the famous derby and extend their lead at the summit in the domestic championship by five points.

Bellingham got his inaugural goal in the league and key pass of the season after a tough spell healing from a shoulder operation.

The French forward showed his lethal performance in front of goal, while the coach's game plan in his inaugural El Clasico as coach proved brilliantly.

However the Vinicius Junior question came to the forefront yet again.

Frustrated with coming off, the star forward complained on his way directly past Xabi Alonso before marched down the tunnel, then reappearing on the sidelines later.

Tactical Setup Gets Success for Jude Bellingham

For a debut Clasico, Alonso did well, given that seven of Real's recent coaches were defeated in their debut La Liga encounter with Barca.

Following the relaxed method from the previous coach failed to get results earlier, the new tactical system yielded its first major result.

A specialist observed, “He got it spot on. Real Madrid were impressive, while Barcelona struggled because of the home team's approach.”

“Without the ball, they pushed up as much as possible, and when bypassed, they tracked back with discipline, all players even the forward.”

The team's shape in two lines separated by five to 10 metres. Barcelona could not find a way through.”

This approach looks to be beneficial for the midfielder, who last season had been tasked to carry the midfield in the center and additional duties.

Theoretically the young star played on the right, but actually he was allowed to drift inward and either support Mbappe or get into scoring positions.

The expert stated, Employing Eduardo Camavinga in central midfield, you get more dynamism and additional options to close down the passing lanes.”

This led to them to deploy Jude on the right flank. Certainly he was instructed to track the forward's positioning when he had the ball and had space, and he located him on several occasions.”

He was told to enter the area and operate on the outskirts of the area, where he is very dangerous. He also came inside to close the inside channels and cause the opponent's play tough.”

Vinicius Tensions Revealed

Undoubtedly that the fans are fond of the Brazilian, his chant were sung multiple times by the passionate Bernabeu crowd.

However recently there were various accounts in recent months that Real Madrid could entertain allowing his departure should a suitable bid was made.

He has one year remaining on his contract at the end of the campaign, but talks over a new deal have stalled.

Vinicius' behavior to being replaced late in the game spoke of strained relations. After the full-time whistle, teammates intervened when he moved toward Lamine Yamal.

The expert said, He will face backlash for good reason, as it demonstrated disrespect toward his replacement who came on for him.”

Yet, growing up, his life has been in a hostile world, and he believes that the world is hostile.”

This mindset is difficult to shake, particularly since you feel close to being number one in the world, and the organization shifts the focus to Mbappe as the key figure.”

“This season he's felt that the club isn't protecting him. There are stories, possibly leaked by the club, or not denied by the club, that they wouldn't be unhappy an offer worth a quarter-billion euros for his transfer and allow him to leave.”

He is aware of this, so when the coach substituted him – justifiably, since he wasn't defending as he should – in Vinicius' head he questions why single me out?’.”

“It will be difficult to mend relations with the club and him currently.”

Barcelona Style “Crumbles”

After winning each of the previous campaign's Clasicos, the latest display represented their uncertain beginning of the season.

Fitness issues have robbed the manager of crucial contributors including Raphinha, the striker and Dani Olmo, and his system is failing in their absence.

Balague commented, The squad seems is a little bit less sharp defensively, with less desire to win it back, with reduced intensity to get the possession back.”

“It's easier to attack them. When the backline is flawed, which was the case the Mbappe goal since the defender failed to step up, they receive little support from the attack not challenging opponents in possession as well as they should.”

The young talent, the main threat in previous meetings, was kept largely in check.

The big names weren't at their best. The youngster doesn't feel like he is at his best, perhaps he's suffering from groin problems