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The match represented practically a flawless performance for Real Madrid, who defeated their arch-rivals by a 2-1 scoreline in the famous derby to stretch the gap at the summit in La Liga with a five-point cushion.

Jude Bellingham scored his maiden domestic strike along with setup this term following a challenging spell coming back from shoulder surgery.

Mbappe maintained his deadly performance in front of goal, and Alonso's tactics in his first El Clasico as coach proved like a charm.

However the Brazilian's situation reared its head yet again.

Unhappy with his substitution, the star forward ranted as he walked right by his manager before marched down the tunnel, before coming back to the bench after a short while.

Manager's Approach Gets Results for the Midfielder

In his first derby, Alonso did well, given that the majority of Real's recent bosses were defeated in their initial league meeting against Barcelona.

Following the laissez-faire method of Carlo Ancelotti did not deliver last season, his structured approach yielded a significant outcome.

Spanish football analyst commented, The strategy worked brilliantly. The home side performed excellently, and Barcelona struggled due to what Real Madrid were doing.”

Defensively, they pushed up for as long as they could, and when bypassed, they tracked back with discipline, all players including the forward.”

The team's shape in two layers with a gap of 5-10 meters. Barca were unable to break through.”

The new system appears to be good news for Bellingham, as he in the past had been tasked to do everything in the engine room and additional duties.

Theoretically the young star was positioned on the right, however he was allowed to come inside and either support Mbappe or enter the box.

The expert stated, With the French midfielder in the center, it brings more dynamism and more ways to block the channels.”

“That forced the team to deploy Bellingham on the right-hand side. I'm sure he was instructed to keep an eye on the forward's positioning in possession and had space, connecting with him repeatedly.”

He was told to get into the box and operate on the edge of the box, his most effective zone. Additionally, he moved centrally to close the inside channels and cause Barcelona's life tough.”

Vinicius Tensions Revealed

Undoubtedly that the fans are fond of the Brazilian, his chant were sung on several occasions by the passionate home supporters.

Yet recently there were numerous stories in recent months that Real Madrid might think about allowing his departure if the right offer arrived.

Vinicius will have one year remaining on his deal at the end of the campaign, yet talks over a new deal have stalled.

His response after coming off late in the game spoke of tension. When the match ended, he was held back when he moved toward Lamine Yamal.

The analyst noted, “Everyone will have a go at him for good reason, because it showed disrespect toward his replacement taking his place.”

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

“That mentality is tough to overcome, notably when you consider yourself close to being the top star, but the team shifts the focus to Mbappe as the key figure.”

Recently he has perceived that the organization has not supported him. Reports suggest, perhaps from within, or with the club not denying it, that they would be open a bid of a quarter-billion euros to sign him and let him go.”

This affects him, and after the coach substituted him – justifiably, because Vinicius stopped dropping back as expected – to him he thinks why always me?.”

“It will be difficult to reconcile between the club and him now.”

Barca's Approach “Struggles”

Having triumphed in all four of last season's Clasicos, the latest display represented Barca's shaky early form.

Injuries have left without Hansi Flick of key players including Raphinha, Lewandowski and Dani Olmo, and the approach is failing in their absence.

Balague said, The squad seems is a little bit less sharp defensively, not as eager to regain possession, softer to reclaim the ball.”

They are more vulnerable to break them down. Should the defense is flawed, which was the case the Mbappe goal as Balde kept him onside, the midfield doesn't assist from the attack failing to press those on the ball adequately.”

Lamine Yamal, the main threat earlier, was well contained.

The big names were below par. The youngster doesn't feel like he's in good form, maybe due to groin problems