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It was almost a perfect outing from the Madrid side, as they beat their arch-rivals two goals to one during El Clasico and increase their advantage at the top of the domestic championship to five points.

The English midfielder got his first domestic strike and setup of the season following a challenging spell coming back from shoulder surgery.

Kylian Mbappe continued his deadly performance in attack, and Alonso's tactics during his debut Clasico on the sidelines functioned brilliantly.

However the Brazilian's situation came to the forefront once more.

Frustrated with being substituted, the Brazilian winger complained as he walked directly past Xabi Alonso before headed off the pitch, then returning to the bench several minutes.

Manager's Approach Yields Success from Jude Bellingham

For a debut Clasico, this wasn't a bad one, considering seven of Real's last eight managers were defeated in their initial La Liga match against Barcelona.

Following the relaxed method under Ancelotti fell short in the previous campaign, the new tactical system produced its first major result.

An expert observed, “He got it spot on. The home side performed excellently, while the visitors struggled because of the home team's approach.”

When not in possession, they applied pressure as much as possible, if overcome, they tracked back in a structured manner, everybody including the forward.”

“They defended in two layers separated by five to 10 metres. Barca were unable to break through.”

The tactical change looks to be good news for Bellingham, as he last season was expected to carry the midfield in the center and additional duties.

On paper the 22-year-old was positioned on the right, however he could to come inside and link with Mbappe or enter the box.

Balague stated, Employing Eduardo Camavinga in the middle, you get greater energy and better ability to close down the passing lanes.”

“That forced the team to deploy Jude wide right. Undoubtedly his role included to monitor the forward's positioning when he had the ball with room, and he located him repeatedly.”

“He was asked to enter the area and position himself near just outside the box, where he is very dangerous. He also came inside to cut off passing options creating Barca's task tough.”

Vinicius Tensions Exposed

Undoubtedly that the fans love Vinicius, his name was chanted repeatedly by an enthusiastic Bernabeu crowd.

However recently there were numerous stories in recent months that the club might think about selling him if the right offer was made.

He will have a year left on his deal when this term concludes, yet talks over a new deal have stalled.

The player's reaction to being replaced late in the game spoke of issues. After the full-time whistle, he was held back when he moved toward Yamal.

The analyst noted, Many will criticize him and rightly so, as it demonstrated poor sportsmanship for Rodrygo who replaced him.”

However, from a young age, he has existed amid adversity, and he feels that he faces opposition.”

Such thinking is difficult to shake, particularly since you consider yourself close to being number one in the world, but the team shifts the focus in favor of Mbappe as the main man.”

Recently he's felt that the club has not supported him. Rumors indicate, possibly leaked by the club, or unchallenged by officials, that they might accept an offer worth €250 million to sign him and sell him.”

This affects him, so when Alonso subbed him – justifiably, because Vinicius stopped dropping back as he should – in his mind he says ‘why me, why me again?.”

Building bridges will be tough to mend relations between the club and Vinicius now.”

Their System “Crumbles”

Following victories in each of the previous campaign's Clasicos, Sunday's performance highlighted their uncertain beginning of the season.

Absences have left without Hansi Flick of key players including the Brazilian winger, Robert Lewandowski plus others, and his system isn't working when they are missing.

The analyst stated, Barcelona appear are slightly off defensively, not as eager to regain possession, less aggressive in pressing.”

“It's easier to create chances against them. If the defensive line is flawed, as it wasn't Mbappe's strike as Balde failed to step up, they receive little support from the attack failing to press those on the ball as expected.”

Lamine Yamal, tormentor-in-chief earlier, was neutralized.

The big names were below par. The youngster appears in top condition, perhaps he's suffering from groin problems