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The match represented nearly an ideal outing from Real Madrid, as they beat Barca two goals to one during El Clasico to increase their lead in first place of the Spanish league to five points.

The English midfielder got his maiden goal in the league along with assist this term following a tough few months coming back from surgery on his shoulder.

Mbappe showed his deadly touch when scoring, and Alonso's tactics in his first Clasico on the sidelines worked like a charm.

But then the Brazilian's situation reared its head once more.

Dissatisfied with his substitution, the Brazilian winger complained while walking straight past his manager and stormed off the pitch, then returning to the substitute area several minutes.

Manager's Approach Gets Positive Outcomes for Jude Bellingham

In his first derby, Alonso did well, given that the majority of Real's last eight bosses lost their first league meeting against Barca.

After the relaxed approach of Carlo Ancelotti fell short in the previous campaign, the new tactical system yielded an important victory.

A specialist observed, “He got it spot on. Madrid were very good, while Barca didn't play well due to Madrid's tactics.”

“Without the ball, they pushed up as much as possible, and if they were beaten, they fell back in an organised way, everybody even Vinicius.”

“They defended with two banks with a gap of five to 10 metres. Barcelona were unable to break through.”

This approach appears to be good news for Bellingham, as he previously was expected to carry the midfield in midfield and more.

In the lineup the young star played on the right, however he was allowed to come inside and either support Mbappe or get into scoring positions.

The analyst continued, “By using Camavinga in the center, it brings more dynamism and more ways to block the channels.”

“That forced them to position Bellingham wide right. I'm sure he was instructed to monitor the forward's positioning in possession and had space, and he found him on several occasions.”

“He was asked to move into the penalty area and be around the edge of the box, where he poses a threat. He also drifted in to close the inside channels and cause Barca's task tough.”

Vinicius Tensions Exposed

It's clear that Madridistas are fond of the Brazilian, calls for him was chanted repeatedly by an enthusiastic Madrid fans.

However there have been various accounts in recent months that the club might think about allowing his departure if an attractive proposal was made.

The winger has a year left on his deal at the end of the campaign, but talks over a new deal are at a standstill.

Vinicius' behavior to being replaced late in the game indicated strained relations. After the full-time whistle, he was held back as he tried to approach Lamine Yamal.

The expert said, “Everyone will have a go at him and justifiably, because it showed a lack of respect for the substitute who replaced him.”

Yet, growing up, he has lived amid adversity, and perceives that he faces opposition.”

“That mentality is difficult to shake, notably when you feel close to being the best player, but the team redirects attention to Mbappe as the star.”

“This season he has perceived that the club isn't protecting him. Reports suggest, perhaps from within, or not denied by the club, that they would be open a bid of 250m euros for his transfer and allow him to leave.”

He is aware of this, and when Alonso subbed him – fairly, since he wasn't defending as required – in Vinicius' head he questions why always me?.”

Building bridges will be tough to build a bridge between the club and Vinicius at the moment.”

Their System “Falls Apart”

Following victories in all four of last season's Clasicos, Sunday's performance represented Barcelona's unconvincing start to the campaign.

Fitness issues have deprived the manager of key players including Raphinha, Lewandowski plus others, and his system is not effective without them.

The analyst commented, Barcelona appear are slightly off defensively, not as eager to regain possession, softer to reclaim the ball.”

“It's easier to attack them. If the defensive line is not perfect, like on the Mbappe goal as Balde kept him onside, they are not helped by the midfield and forwards not closing down those on the ball as well as they should.”

Lamine Yamal, tormentor-in-chief in previous meetings, was kept largely in check.

The big names were below par. Lamine appears he's in good form, perhaps he's suffering from a groin issue