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This proved to be almost a flawless performance for Xabi Alonso's squad, as they beat Barca 2-1 in El Clasico to increase their advantage in first place of La Liga with a five-point cushion.

Jude Bellingham scored his inaugural goal in the league and key pass this term following a difficult period coming back from surgery on his shoulder.

The French forward showed his lethal performance when scoring, while the coach's game plan during his debut El Clasico on the sidelines functioned perfectly.

But then the Brazilian's situation emerged again yet again.

Frustrated at his substitution, Vinicius protested while walking directly past the coach and marched down the tunnel, then returning to the substitute area after a short while.

Alonso System Delivers Success for Jude Bellingham

In his first derby, Alonso did well, given that seven of Madrid's recent coaches were defeated in their initial La Liga meeting against their rivals.

Following the player-focused method from the previous coach did not deliver earlier, the new tactical system produced its first major result.

A specialist commented, The strategy worked brilliantly. Madrid performed excellently, and Barcelona struggled because of the home team's approach.”

When not in possession, they applied pressure for as long as they could, if overcome, they retreated in a structured manner, everybody even the forward.”

“They defended in two lines separated by 5-10 meters. Barcelona could not find a way through.”

The tactical change looks to be positive for Bellingham, who previously was essentially asked to carry the midfield in midfield and beyond.

In the lineup Bellingham played on the right, but in practice he could to come inside and either link with Mbappe or get into scoring positions.

The analyst continued, “By using Eduardo Camavinga in the center, you get more dynamism and better ability to block the passing lanes.”

This led to the team to position Bellingham wide right. I'm sure he was instructed to keep an eye on the runs of Mbappe in possession and found openings, and he located him repeatedly.”

“He was asked to enter the area and position himself near the outskirts of the area, where he poses a threat. He also came inside to close the inside channels and cause Barcelona's life very difficult.”

Vinicius Tensions Revealed

Undoubtedly that the fans are fond of the Brazilian, his chant were sung on several occasions by an enthusiastic Madrid fans.

Yet multiple various accounts in recent months that the club would consider allowing his departure if an attractive proposal arrived.

The winger has a year left on his contract when this term concludes, yet talks over a new deal have stalled.

His response when substituted late in the game spoke of strained relations. When the match ended, teammates intervened as he attempted to confront Lamine Yamal.

The analyst noted, “Everyone will have a go at him for good reason, as it demonstrated a lack of respect for Rodrygo who came on for him.”

However, from a young age, he has lived in a challenging environment, and perceives that the world is hostile.”

“That mentality is hard to change, notably when you feel close to being the top star, but the team shifts the focus to Mbappe as the key figure.”

“This season he has perceived that the organization isn't protecting him. Reports suggest, possibly leaked by the club, or not denied by the club, that they wouldn't be unhappy a bid of a quarter-billion euros for him and sell him.”

He is aware of this, and when he was taken off – justifiably, as he ceased tracking back as required – in his mind he thinks why always me?.”

“It will be difficult to reconcile with the club and him at the moment.”

Barca's Approach “Falls Apart”

After winning all four of last season's Clasicos, Sunday's performance highlighted Barca's shaky early form.

Injuries have left without the Barcelona coach of important stars including the Brazilian winger, Robert Lewandowski and Dani Olmo, and his system is failing when they are missing.

The expert said, The squad seems lack sharpness without the ball, less hungry to recover it, softer to reclaim the ball.”

They are more vulnerable to break them down. When the backline is not organized, which was the case Mbappe's strike because Alejandro Balde played him onside, they are not helped by the midfield and forwards not challenging those on the ball as well as they should.”

Yamal, the main threat of Real last season, was well contained.

“Their stars weren't at their best. Yamal seems not he's in good form, perhaps he's suffering from injury issues