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This proved to be nearly a flawless day for the Madrid side, who defeated their arch-rivals 2-1 during the famous derby and stretch their lead at the summit of the Spanish league by five points.

The English midfielder scored his first domestic strike along with key pass of the season after a tough spell recovering from shoulder surgery.

The French forward continued his lethal touch in front of goal, and the coach's game plan during his debut derby as coach functioned perfectly.

Yet the Brazilian's situation came to the forefront another time.

Frustrated with coming off, the star forward ranted as he walked directly past Xabi Alonso before stormed to the dressing room, before coming back to the bench after a short while.

Alonso System Gets Success from Bellingham

As first Clasicos go, Alonso did well, especially since the majority of Real's previous eight coaches were defeated in their initial league meeting against Barcelona.

After the laissez-faire method under Ancelotti fell short last season, the new tactical system produced its first major result.

A specialist noted, “He got it spot on. Madrid were very good, and the visitors struggled because of what Real Madrid were doing.”

Defensively, they pushed up as much as possible, and if they were beaten, they tracked back with discipline, all players even the forward.”

The team's shape with two banks with a gap of 5-10 meters. The opposition could not find a way through.”

The new system looks to be beneficial for the midfielder, as he in the past was essentially asked to cover multiple roles in midfield and more.

On paper the young star started wide right, but in practice he was allowed to come inside and link with Mbappe or crash the penalty area.

The analyst continued, With the French midfielder in central midfield, it brings greater energy and additional options to block the passing lanes.”

This led to them to put Bellingham wide right. Undoubtedly he would have been asked to monitor the runs of Mbappe on the ball 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 cut off passing options and make Barca's task challenging.”

Strained Relations Laid Bare

It's clear that the fans love Vinicius, his name rang out repeatedly by an enthusiastic Madrid fans.

Yet recently there were numerous stories in recent months that Real Madrid could entertain letting him leave should a suitable bid arrived.

He has a year left on his contract come the end of the season, but negotiations for an extension have not progressed.

His response to being replaced in the second half suggested issues. When the match ended, he was held back when he moved toward the Barcelona player.

Balague noted, “Everyone will have a go at him for good reason, since it displayed a lack of respect for Rodrygo who replaced him.”

“But since being a kid, he has lived in a challenging environment, and perceives that everyone is against him.”

Such thinking is difficult to shake, particularly since you consider yourself close to being the top star, and the organization shifts the focus to Mbappe as the key figure.”

“This season he has perceived that the organization is not defending him. Rumors indicate, perhaps from within, or unchallenged by officials, that they would be open if someone paid €250 million for his transfer and sell him.”

This affects him, and when he was taken off – justifiably, since he wasn't defending as expected – to him he says why single me out?’.”

Building bridges will be tough to reconcile among the parties and the player at the moment.”

Barca's Approach “Crumbles”

Following victories in all four of last season's Clasicos, the latest display represented their uncertain start to the campaign.

Absences have robbed the manager of key players such as the Brazilian winger, Robert Lewandowski and Olmo, and the tactical setup is failing in their absence.

The expert stated, The squad seems are slightly off defensively, not as eager to regain possession, softer to reclaim the ball.”

Opponents find it simpler to create chances against them. Should the defense is not organized, which was the case the first goal because Alejandro Balde failed to step up, the midfield doesn't assist by teammates not challenging those on the ball as well as they should.”

Yamal, the main threat of Real last season, was kept largely in check.

Key players weren't at their best. Yamal appears he is at his best, perhaps he's suffering from groin problems