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This proved to be practically a flawless performance for Real Madrid, as they defeated Barca by a 2-1 scoreline during El Clasico and extend their lead at the summit of La Liga with a five-point cushion.

Jude Bellingham notched his maiden domestic strike and assist this campaign after a challenging spell coming back from a shoulder operation.

The French forward maintained his clinical form in attack, while the manager's strategy in his inaugural Clasico in the dugout worked perfectly.

However the Brazilian's situation came to the forefront once more.

Unhappy at being substituted, the Brazilian winger ranted on his way right by Xabi Alonso before stormed off the pitch, before returning to the bench after a short while.

Tactical Setup Yields Results from the Midfielder

As first Clasicos go, Alonso did well, especially since the majority of Madrid's previous eight bosses were defeated in their debut La Liga match with Barcelona.

After the player-focused method under Ancelotti did not deliver last season, Alonso's positional game-model delivered an important victory.

Spanish football analyst observed, His plan was perfect. Real Madrid were impressive, while Barcelona didn't play well due to what Real Madrid were doing.”

When not in possession, they pressed high as much as possible, if overcome, they retreated in an organised way, everybody including Vinicius.”

Their defensive setup with two banks separated by 5-10 meters. The opposition were unable to break through.”

This approach looks to be positive for Bellingham, who last season was essentially asked to cover multiple roles in midfield and beyond.

Theoretically the 22-year-old was positioned on the right, however he was allowed to come inside and assist the attack or enter the box.

The expert added, Employing Camavinga in the center, this provides more dynamism and better ability to shut down the channels.”

As a result the team to position Jude on the right-hand side. I'm sure he would have been asked to track the runs of Mbappe in possession and found openings, and he located him repeatedly.”

He was told to get into the box and position himself near just outside the box, his most effective zone. Additionally, he moved centrally to block central spaces and make Barcelona's life challenging.”

Strained Relations Laid Bare

Undoubtedly that supporters are fond of the Brazilian, calls for him rang out multiple times by the passionate Madrid fans.

However there have been various accounts lately that the club could entertain allowing his departure should a suitable bid was made.

The winger has one year remaining on his deal at the end of the campaign, yet discussions on a renewal are at a standstill.

Vinicius' behavior when substituted late in the game spoke of issues. After the full-time whistle, he had to be restrained as he attempted to confront Lamine Yamal.

The analyst noted, Many will criticize him and rightly so, since it displayed poor sportsmanship toward his replacement taking his place.”

However, from a young age, his life has been in a hostile world, and he feels that the world is hostile.”

This mindset is hard to change, especially when you consider yourself on the verge of number one in the world, then the club drives the axis to Mbappe as the star.”

During this campaign he believes that the organization is not defending him. There are stories, possibly leaked by the club, or unchallenged by officials, that they might accept a bid of a quarter-billion euros for his transfer and allow him to leave.”

This affects him, and when Alonso subbed him – justifiably, as he ceased tracking back as required – in Vinicius' head he questions why single me out?’.”

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

Barcelona Style “Struggles”

After winning all four of previous campaign's derbies, the latest display represented Barcelona's unconvincing start to the campaign.

Injuries have robbed the manager of important stars such as Raphinha, the striker and Olmo, and the approach isn't working without them.

The expert commented, “It's like the whole team is a little bit less sharp without the ball, not as eager to regain possession, softer in pressing.”

Opponents find it simpler to break them down. If the defensive line is not organized, which was the case Mbappe's strike because Alejandro Balde played him onside, the midfield doesn't assist by the midfield and forwards not closing down opponents in possession as well as they should.”

The young talent, who troubled Madrid in previous meetings, was well contained.

“Their stars were below par. Yamal seems not in top condition, maybe due to a groin issue