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It was practically a perfect outing from the Madrid side, as they overcame Barca two goals to one in El Clasico and increase their lead in first place of the domestic championship with a five-point cushion.

Bellingham notched his first domestic strike and setup this term following a challenging period coming back from a shoulder operation.

Kylian Mbappe continued his deadly touch in front of goal, while the manager's strategy during his debut derby as coach worked brilliantly.

But then the issue surrounding Vinicius emerged again once more.

Frustrated with coming off, the star forward complained while walking straight past Xabi Alonso before marched off the pitch, then coming back on the sidelines several minutes.

Manager's Approach Delivers Results from Jude Bellingham

For a debut Clasico, Alonso did well, considering the majority of Real's last eight bosses were defeated in their debut La Liga encounter with Barca.

Following the relaxed method of Carlo Ancelotti failed to get results in the previous campaign, his structured approach produced its first major result.

Spanish football analyst observed, “He got it spot on. Madrid were impressive, and the visitors were off-color due to Madrid's tactics.”

When not in possession, they pressed high consistently, and when bypassed, they tracked back with discipline, all players including the forward.”

The team's shape in two lines with a gap of a short distance. The opposition could not find a way through.”

The new system looks to be good news for Jude, who in the past was expected to carry the midfield in the engine room and more.

In the lineup the young star started wide right, however he could to move centrally and link with Mbappe or crash the penalty area.

The expert stated, With Camavinga in the middle, you get more dynamism and more ways to block the spaces.”

“That forced them to deploy Bellingham on the right flank. Undoubtedly his role included to track the forward's positioning in possession with room, and he found him a few times.”

“He was asked to move into the penalty area and operate on the edge of the box, where he is very dangerous. He also came inside to cut off passing options and make Barca's task tough.”

Vinicius Tensions Laid Bare

Undoubtedly that supporters adore Vinicius, his chant were sung on several occasions by the passionate Madrid fans.

However multiple countless reports in recent months that the club might think about selling him if an attractive proposal were to come in.

The winger will have one season to go on his deal at the end of the campaign, yet talks over a new deal have not progressed.

The player's reaction after coming off late in the game indicated tension. Post-game, he had to be restrained as he tried to approach Lamine Yamal.

Balague commented, “Everyone will have a go at him and justifiably, because it showed a lack of respect toward his replacement who came on for him.”

However, from a young age, he has lived in a challenging environment, and he feels that the world is hostile.”

“That mentality is tough to overcome, particularly since you consider yourself close to being number one in the world, and the organization redirects attention to Mbappe as the star.”

During this campaign he believes that Real Madrid isn't protecting him. Reports suggest, potentially club-sourced, or not denied by the club, that they wouldn't be unhappy a bid of €250 million to sign him and allow him to leave.”

“He feels all that, and when the coach substituted him – justifiably, because Vinicius stopped dropping back as he should – in Vinicius' head he questions why always me?.”

“It will be difficult to mend relations between the club and him currently.”

Their System “Struggles”

Having triumphed in each of the recent matches, the latest display highlighted Barcelona's unconvincing start to the campaign.

Fitness issues have left without Hansi Flick of important stars including the Brazilian winger, Lewandowski plus others, and his system is failing in their absence.

The expert said, Barcelona appear are slightly off when not in possession, with less desire to win it back, less aggressive to get the possession back.”

Opponents find it simpler to attack them. When the backline is flawed, like on the first goal since the defender kept him onside, they receive little support by the midfield and forwards failing to press opponents in possession adequately.”

Yamal, tormentor-in-chief in previous meetings, was well contained.

Key players weren't at their best. Lamine seems not he is at his best, perhaps he's suffering from groin problems