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The match represented practically a perfect day from Xabi Alonso's squad, who overcame their arch-rivals 2-1 during El Clasico to stretch the gap at the top in La Liga by five points.

The English midfielder notched his maiden domestic strike along with setup this campaign following a challenging few months recovering from surgery on his shoulder.

Kylian Mbappe maintained his deadly form when scoring, and Alonso's tactics in his inaugural Clasico on the sidelines functioned like a charm.

But then the Brazilian's situation came to the forefront yet again.

Unhappy at being substituted, the star forward ranted as he walked straight past the coach and headed off the pitch, before coming back on the sidelines several minutes.

Alonso System Delivers Positive Outcomes for Bellingham

In his first derby, Alonso did well, considering the majority of Madrid's last eight bosses were defeated in their debut league meeting against Barcelona.

After the player-focused method from the previous coach fell short in the previous campaign, the new tactical system yielded its first major result.

Spanish football analyst commented, His plan was perfect. Madrid were very good, while the visitors didn't play well because of what Real Madrid were doing.”

Defensively, they pushed up consistently, if overcome, they fell back in a structured manner, everybody even Vinicius.”

“They defended in two lines spaced by five to 10 metres. Barca could not find a way through.”

The tactical change seems positive for the midfielder, as he in the past was expected to carry the midfield in the engine room and additional duties.

Theoretically Bellingham was positioned on the right, but actually he could to move centrally and either support Mbappe or enter the box.

Balague continued, “By using the French midfielder in central midfield, this provides increased movement and additional options to block the spaces.”

“That forced the team to deploy Jude on the right-hand side. I'm sure his role included to track Mbappe's movements in possession and found openings, and he found him a few times.”

He was told to enter the area and position himself near just outside the box, where he poses a threat. He also came inside to cut off passing options and cause Barca's task tough.”

Conflict Issues Revealed

It's clear that supporters adore Vinicius, his name was chanted repeatedly by a fervent home supporters.

Yet there have been numerous stories over the past period that Real Madrid would consider selling him if an attractive proposal were to come in.

The winger will have one year remaining under his current terms when this term concludes, yet talks over a new deal have not progressed.

Vinicius' behavior after coming off with 20 minutes left spoke of issues. After the full-time whistle, he had to be restrained as he tried to approach the Barcelona player.

Balague said, Many will criticize him for good reason, as it demonstrated disrespect for the substitute who replaced him.”

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

“That mentality is tough to overcome, especially when you consider yourself on the verge of number one in the world, and the organization drives the axis towards Mbappe as the main man.”

“This season he believes that the club has not supported him. There are stories, potentially club-sourced, or not denied by the club, that they wouldn't be unhappy if someone paid €250 million to sign him and allow him to leave.”

This affects him, and after he was taken off – fairly, as he ceased tracking back as required – to him he says why single me out?’.”

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

Barca's Approach “Struggles”

Having triumphed in each of the last season's Clasicos, the latest display represented Barcelona's unconvincing early form.

Absences have deprived Hansi Flick of important stars such as the Brazilian winger, Lewandowski and Olmo, and his system is failing when they are missing.

The analyst stated, Barcelona appear is a little bit less sharp when not in possession, less hungry to recover it, softer to reclaim the ball.”

Opponents find it simpler to break them down. If the defensive line is flawed, which was the case the first goal as Balde kept him onside, the midfield doesn't assist by teammates not challenging the ball-carrier adequately.”

Yamal, the main threat of Real last season, was neutralized.

The big names weren't at their best. The youngster doesn't feel like he is at his best, maybe due to groin problems