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This proved to be nearly a perfect performance from the Madrid side, as they beat Barca by a 2-1 scoreline in the famous derby to increase the gap at the top in La Liga with a five-point cushion.

Jude Bellingham notched his maiden domestic strike and assist of the season following a challenging period healing from shoulder surgery.

Mbappe continued his clinical form in attack, and Alonso's tactics in his first Clasico in the dugout worked like a charm.

Yet the Brazilian's situation reared its head once more.

Dissatisfied with his substitution, the star forward ranted on his way directly past his manager before marched to the dressing room, then returning to the substitute area after a short while.

Tactical Setup Gets Results for the Midfielder

In his first derby, it was a solid start, considering the majority of Real's last eight coaches were defeated in their initial league match against Barca.

After the player-focused method under Ancelotti fell short earlier, his structured approach delivered a significant outcome.

Spanish football analyst noted, The strategy worked brilliantly. Madrid were impressive, and Barca struggled because of Madrid's tactics.”

When not in possession, they pressed high for as long as they could, if overcome, they retreated in an organised way, everybody including the forward.”

Their defensive setup in two lines with a gap of five to 10 metres. Barcelona were unable to break through.”

This approach seems good news for the midfielder, who in the past was expected to do everything in the center and additional duties.

Theoretically Bellingham was positioned on the right, however he had the freedom to move centrally and either link with Mbappe or get into scoring positions.

The analyst added, With Eduardo Camavinga in the middle, you get more dynamism and better ability to close down the passing lanes.”

As a result them to put Jude wide right. I'm sure he was instructed to monitor Mbappe's movements on the ball and had space, connecting with him on several occasions.”

“He was asked to get into the box and position himself near the edge of the box, where he poses a threat. Additionally, he moved centrally to cut off passing options and make Barca's task challenging.”

Strained Relations Revealed

It's clear that supporters love Vinicius, his name rang out repeatedly by a fervent Madrid fans.

But there have been various accounts in recent months that Real Madrid might think about selling him should a suitable bid arrived.

The winger will have a year left on his deal when this term concludes, yet discussions on a renewal have stalled.

Vinicius' behavior after coming off late in the game indicated issues. When the match ended, he had to be restrained as he tried to approach the Barcelona player.

The analyst noted, Many will criticize him and justifiably, since it displayed a lack of respect toward his replacement who replaced him.”

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

Such thinking is hard to change, particularly since you believe on the verge of number one in the world, and the organization drives the axis to Mbappe as the star.”

“This season he believes that Real Madrid has not supported him. There are stories, possibly leaked by the club, or unchallenged by officials, that they might accept a bid of 250m euros for him and allow him to leave.”

He is aware of this, and when Alonso subbed him – reasonably, because Vinicius stopped dropping back as he should – in Vinicius' head he questions ‘why me, why me again?.”

“It will be difficult to mend relations between the club and the player at the moment.”

Their System “Struggles”

Following victories in each of the previous campaign's matches, the latest display highlighted Barcelona's unconvincing start to the campaign.

Fitness issues have robbed the Barcelona coach of important stars including the Brazilian winger, the striker and Dani Olmo, and the approach is not effective without them.

The expert commented, The squad seems is a little bit less sharp when not in possession, with less desire to win it back, with reduced intensity to get the possession back.”

“It's easier to attack them. Should the defense is not organized, which was the case the Mbappe goal since the defender failed to step up, the midfield doesn't assist by the midfield and forwards not closing down the ball-carrier as expected.”

Yamal, who troubled Madrid earlier, was neutralized.

“Their stars did not perform well. Lamine doesn't feel like he's in good form, possibly because of injury issues