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This proved to be practically an ideal outing for the Madrid side, as they beat Barcelona 2-1 in the famous derby and increase the gap at the summit of the Spanish league with a five-point cushion.

The English midfielder got his first goal in the league along with key pass this term following a difficult spell healing from shoulder surgery.

Mbappe maintained his lethal performance when scoring, while Alonso's tactics in his inaugural El Clasico as coach worked brilliantly.

Yet the Vinicius Junior question reared its head yet again.

Frustrated with being substituted, Vinicius complained while walking right by the coach before marched to the dressing room, then returning on the sidelines several minutes.

Alonso System Yields Positive Outcomes from Jude Bellingham

As first Clasicos go, this wasn't a bad one, given that the majority of Real's last eight managers were defeated in their initial league encounter with their rivals.

Following the player-focused method from the previous coach did not deliver earlier, the new tactical system produced its first major result.

Spanish football analyst observed, The strategy worked brilliantly. Madrid were impressive, while the visitors were off-color due to Madrid's tactics.”

When not in possession, they pressed high as much as possible, if overcome, they retreated with discipline, everybody including Vinicius.”

Their defensive setup in two lines spaced by five to 10 metres. Barca could not find a way through.”

The tactical change appears to be beneficial for Bellingham, who last season was essentially asked to cover multiple roles in the center and beyond.

Theoretically the 22-year-old started wide right, but in practice he could to move centrally and support Mbappe or get into scoring positions.

The expert stated, With Eduardo Camavinga in the center, this provides more dynamism and additional options to shut down the spaces.”

As a result the team to put Bellingham on the right-hand side. Certainly his role included to monitor the runs of Mbappe in possession and had space, connecting with him on several occasions.”

“He was asked to get into the box and be around the edge of the box, where he poses a threat. Additionally, he moved centrally to block central spaces and cause the opponent's play tough.”

Conflict Issues Revealed

There's no doubting that supporters are fond of the Brazilian, calls for him was chanted on several occasions by the passionate Madrid fans.

However multiple countless reports over the past period that Los Blancos could entertain letting him leave if the right offer were to come in.

The winger will have one year remaining on his deal at the end of the campaign, but discussions on a renewal have not progressed.

Vinicius' behavior after coming off with 20 minutes left suggested tension. After the full-time whistle, teammates intervened when he moved toward Yamal.

Balague said, “Everyone will have a go at him and justifiably, since it displayed a lack of respect for the substitute who came on for him.”

Yet, growing up, he has lived in a challenging environment, and perceives that everyone is against him.”

“That mentality is tough to overcome, especially when you believe on the verge of number one in the world, then the club redirects attention in favor of Mbappe as the key figure.”

During this campaign he believes that the organization has not supported him. Rumors indicate, perhaps from within, or not denied by the club, that they might accept a bid of €250 million for him and allow him to leave.”

He is aware of this, and after he was taken off – justifiably, as he ceased tracking back as expected – to him he says why single me out?’.”

“It will be difficult to mend relations with the club and Vinicius now.”

Barcelona Style “Crumbles”

Following victories in each of the last season's derbies, the latest display represented Barcelona's unconvincing early form.

Injuries have robbed Hansi Flick of crucial contributors such as Raphinha, the striker plus others, and the tactical setup is not effective in their absence.

The analyst said, “It's like the whole team lack sharpness defensively, less hungry to recover it, with reduced intensity to reclaim the ball.”

Opponents find it simpler to break them down. Should the defense is not organized, like on the Mbappe goal because Alejandro Balde played him onside, they are not helped by the midfield and forwards failing to press the ball-carrier as well as they should.”

The young talent, who troubled Madrid of Real last season, was neutralized.

Key players were below par. Yamal appears in top condition, perhaps he's suffering from injury issues