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It was practically a flawless performance for Xabi Alonso's squad, who defeated Barcelona two goals to one during the Clasico and stretch their lead at the top in the Spanish league to five points.

Bellingham notched his inaugural goal in the league and key pass this term following a difficult period healing from a shoulder operation.

Mbappe continued his clinical touch in attack, while Alonso's tactics during his debut Clasico on the sidelines functioned like a charm.

However the Brazilian's situation emerged again yet again.

Frustrated with his substitution, the star forward protested while walking directly past his manager and marched down the tunnel, then coming back to the substitute area several minutes.

Manager's Approach Delivers Positive Outcomes from Jude Bellingham

In his first derby, this wasn't a bad one, given that seven of Real's last eight coaches were defeated in their debut La Liga encounter against their rivals.

Following the player-focused method under Ancelotti did not deliver in the previous campaign, the new tactical system produced a significant outcome.

An expert commented, His plan was perfect. Madrid performed excellently, and Barcelona were off-color due to what Real Madrid were doing.”

“Without the ball, they pressed high consistently, and when bypassed, they fell back in a structured manner, all players including the forward.”

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

The new system appears to be good news for Jude, as he last season was expected to carry the midfield in the engine room and more.

On paper the young star started wide right, but in practice he was allowed to drift inward and either link with Mbappe or enter the box.

The analyst continued, With Camavinga in central midfield, it brings more dynamism and additional options to shut down the passing lanes.”

“That forced them to put Jude wide right. Certainly his role included to monitor Mbappe's movements in possession with room, and he found him on several occasions.”

“He was asked to get into the box and operate on the edge of the box, where he poses a threat. He also came inside to cut off passing options creating Barcelona's life very difficult.”

Vinicius Tensions Laid Bare

Undoubtedly that the fans love Vinicius, calls for him were sung repeatedly by the passionate home supporters.

Yet there have been numerous stories over the past period that Real Madrid would consider letting him leave should a suitable bid was made.

He has a year left on his deal come the end of the season, but negotiations for an extension have stalled.

His response to being replaced in the second half indicated tension. After the full-time whistle, teammates intervened when he moved toward Yamal.

Balague commented, He will face backlash and rightly so, as it demonstrated poor sportsmanship for the substitute who came on for him.”

“But since being a kid, he has lived amid adversity, and he believes that he faces opposition.”

This mindset is difficult to shake, particularly since you feel on the verge of number one in the world, but the team drives the axis in favor of Mbappe as the main man.”

During this campaign he's felt that Real Madrid is not defending him. There are stories, perhaps from within, or not denied by the club, that they wouldn't be unhappy if someone paid a quarter-billion euros to sign him and sell him.”

“He feels all that, and after the coach substituted him – fairly, since he wasn't defending as expected – in Vinicius' head he thinks why single me out?’.”

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

Barcelona Style “Crumbles”

After winning all four of last season's matches, Sunday's performance highlighted Barca's shaky start to the campaign.

Fitness issues have robbed Hansi Flick of crucial contributors such as Raphinha, Robert Lewandowski and Dani Olmo, and the approach isn't working without them.

Balague said, Barcelona appear are slightly off when not in possession, with less desire to win it back, with reduced intensity to reclaim the ball.”

“It's easier to create chances against them. If the defensive line is flawed, as it wasn't the first goal since the defender kept him onside, they receive little support by teammates not closing down opponents in possession as expected.”

Lamine Yamal, who troubled Madrid earlier, was well contained.

The big names were below par. Yamal appears he's in good form, possibly because of a groin issue