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The match represented almost a perfect day for Xabi Alonso's squad, as they beat Barcelona two goals to one during the Clasico and extend their advantage in first place of the Spanish league with a five-point cushion.

The English midfielder notched his first goal in the league and key pass of the season after a challenging few months recovering from surgery on his shoulder.

Mbappe continued his deadly touch in front of goal, and Alonso's tactics during his debut derby as coach proved perfectly.

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

Frustrated at his substitution, Vinicius complained while walking straight past his manager before headed off the pitch, then reappearing to the substitute area later.

Alonso System Yields Results for Bellingham

As first Clasicos go, this wasn't a bad one, especially since seven of Madrid's previous eight managers were defeated in their initial La Liga match against Barca.

After the laissez-faire style from the previous coach fell short earlier, the new tactical system delivered its first major result.

An expert commented, His plan was perfect. The home side performed excellently, and the visitors didn't play well due to what Real Madrid were doing.”

When not in possession, they pushed up consistently, if overcome, they fell back in an organised way, all players including Vinicius.”

Their defensive setup in two layers separated by a short distance. Barca were unable to break through.”

The tactical change seems good news for Bellingham, who in the past was expected to carry the midfield in midfield and beyond.

Theoretically Bellingham was positioned on the right, however he could to drift inward and either link with Mbappe or enter the box.

The analyst continued, With Camavinga in the center, you get more dynamism and more ways to block the passing lanes.”

“That forced them to deploy Jude on the right-hand side. I'm sure he would have been asked to keep an eye on Mbappe's movements in possession and had space, and he found him repeatedly.”

He was told to enter the area and be around the edge of the box, where he is very dangerous. Additionally, he moved centrally to block central spaces creating Barca's task challenging.”

Conflict Issues Exposed

Undoubtedly that the fans adore Vinicius, his name were sung repeatedly by an enthusiastic home supporters.

Yet there have been numerous stories in recent months that Los Blancos would consider allowing his departure should a suitable bid were to come in.

He will have one year remaining under his current terms come the end of the season, but discussions on a renewal are at a standstill.

Vinicius' behavior after coming off with 20 minutes left indicated strained relations. Post-game, teammates intervened as he tried to approach Yamal.

The expert said, “Everyone will have a go at him and justifiably, since it displayed disrespect for Rodrygo who replaced him.”

However, from a young age, he has lived in a hostile world, and he believes that everyone is against him.”

This mindset is hard to change, especially when you consider yourself near number one in the world, and the organization shifts the focus in favor of Mbappe as the star.”

“This season he has perceived that Real Madrid is not defending him. Rumors indicate, potentially club-sourced, or not denied by the club, that they might accept an offer worth 250m euros for his transfer and sell him.”

“He feels all that, and after Alonso subbed him – reasonably, as he ceased tracking back as he should – to him he questions why single me out?’.”

“It will be difficult to reconcile between the club and him now.”

Their System “Crumbles”

Having triumphed in all four of last season's matches, this outing was emblematic of their uncertain early form.

Injuries have left without Hansi Flick of crucial contributors including the Brazilian winger, the striker plus others, and the tactical setup is not effective in their absence.

Balague commented, Barcelona appear lack sharpness defensively, less hungry to recover it, softer to reclaim the ball.”

“It's easier to create chances against them. Should the defense is flawed, as it wasn't the first goal since the defender kept him onside, the midfield doesn't assist by teammates not challenging opponents in possession adequately.”

Yamal, tormentor-in-chief earlier, was kept largely in check.

“Their stars were below par. The youngster appears in top condition, maybe due to injury issues