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The match represented practically an ideal performance for Xabi Alonso's squad, who overcame their arch-rivals by a 2-1 scoreline during the famous derby and increase their advantage at the top in the Spanish league by five points.

Jude Bellingham scored his first league goal along with key pass this term after a difficult period healing from shoulder surgery.

Mbappe showed his lethal performance in attack, and Alonso's tactics in his first derby in the dugout proved like a charm.

Yet the issue surrounding Vinicius came to the forefront once more.

Frustrated at his substitution, the Brazilian winger ranted on his way straight past the coach before headed down the tunnel, then reappearing to the substitute area later.

Manager's Approach Gets Success from the Midfielder

As first Clasicos go, Alonso did well, given that seven of Real's recent managers lost their first La Liga match with Barca.

Following the player-focused style from the previous coach did not deliver earlier, his structured approach produced an important victory.

An expert noted, “He got it spot on. Real Madrid were impressive, while Barca didn't play well because of Madrid's tactics.”

Defensively, they pushed up for as long as they could, and if they were beaten, they tracked back with discipline, all players including Vinicius.”

Their defensive setup in two lines separated by a short distance. The opposition struggled to penetrate.”

The tactical change appears to be positive for Bellingham, who last season had been tasked to carry the midfield in the center and beyond.

Theoretically the 22-year-old started wide right, but in practice he was allowed to come inside and support Mbappe or enter the box.

The analyst stated, With Camavinga in the middle, this provides greater energy and additional options to close down the passing lanes.”

As a result the team to position Bellingham on the right flank. Undoubtedly his role included to monitor the runs of Mbappe on the ball and had space, and he located him a few times.”

“He was asked to enter the area and be around the outskirts of the area, where he poses a threat. He also drifted in to block central spaces and make the opponent's play tough.”

Strained Relations Revealed

It's clear that the fans love Vinicius, calls for him rang out on several occasions by an enthusiastic Bernabeu crowd.

But there have been numerous stories over the past period that Real Madrid could entertain selling him if the right offer were to come in.

Vinicius will have one season to go on his contract when this term concludes, but negotiations for an extension have not progressed.

The player's reaction to being replaced with 20 minutes left spoke of issues. When the match ended, teammates intervened as he attempted to confront Yamal.

The expert said, “Everyone will have a go at him for good reason, because it showed poor sportsmanship toward his replacement taking his place.”

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

Such thinking is difficult to shake, particularly since you feel close to being the top star, but the team drives the axis in favor of Mbappe as the main man.”

Recently he believes that Real Madrid isn't protecting him. There are stories, perhaps from within, or with the club not denying it, that they wouldn't be unhappy an offer worth €250 million for him and let him go.”

He is aware of this, and after the coach substituted him – justifiably, as he ceased tracking back as required – in Vinicius' head he thinks why single me out?’.”

“It will be difficult to build a bridge between the club and Vinicius now.”

Barca's Approach “Falls Apart”

Having triumphed in each of the recent Clasicos, the latest display highlighted their uncertain beginning of the season.

Injuries have deprived the manager of important stars such as Raphinha, Lewandowski and Olmo, and the approach isn't working in their absence.

The analyst stated, The squad seems lack sharpness when not in possession, with less desire to win it back, with reduced intensity to get the possession back.”

Opponents find it simpler to break them down. Should the defense is not perfect, which was the case Mbappe's strike as Balde kept him onside, they receive little support by the midfield and forwards failing to press the ball-carrier as well as they should.”

The young talent, tormentor-in-chief earlier, was kept largely in check.

The big names did not perform well. The youngster seems not he is at his best, perhaps he's suffering from a groin issue