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The match represented nearly an ideal day from Xabi Alonso's squad, as they defeated Barcelona two goals to one in El Clasico and extend the gap at the summit of La Liga to five points.

The English midfielder got his first goal in the league along with setup this campaign after a tough few months healing from shoulder surgery.

Mbappe maintained his clinical touch in front of goal, while the coach's game plan during his debut derby as coach proved like a charm.

However the issue surrounding Vinicius emerged again once more.

Unhappy at coming off, the star forward ranted as he walked right by Xabi Alonso and marched down the tunnel, then returning to the substitute area several minutes.

Alonso System Yields Results for Jude Bellingham

In his first derby, Alonso did well, especially since seven of Real's last eight bosses lost their initial league encounter with Barca.

Following the player-focused method of Carlo Ancelotti failed to get results in the previous campaign, the new tactical system yielded a significant outcome.

An expert commented, His plan was perfect. Real Madrid were very good, while the visitors didn't play well due to what Real Madrid were doing.”

When not in possession, they applied pressure for as long as they could, and if they were beaten, they tracked back in a structured manner, everybody including the forward.”

The team's shape in two layers separated by five to 10 metres. The opposition struggled to penetrate.”

The new system appears to be positive for Bellingham, as he previously was essentially asked to cover multiple roles in midfield and beyond.

Theoretically Bellingham was positioned on the right, however he had the freedom to come inside and support Mbappe or get into scoring positions.

The analyst added, Employing Camavinga in the center, this provides more dynamism and additional options to shut down the passing lanes.”

“That forced them to position Jude on the right flank. Undoubtedly he would have been asked to track Mbappe's movements in possession and found openings, and he located him repeatedly.”

His instructions included to enter the area and operate on the edge of the box, where he poses a threat. Additionally, he moved centrally to close the inside channels creating Barca's task challenging.”

Strained Relations Laid Bare

Undoubtedly that the fans adore Vinicius, calls for him were sung multiple times by the passionate home supporters.

But recently there were countless reports over the past period that the club could entertain letting him leave if an attractive proposal were to come in.

The winger has one season to go on his contract when this term concludes, yet discussions on a renewal have stalled.

Vinicius' behavior after coming off late in the game suggested strained relations. Post-game, teammates intervened when he moved toward the Barcelona player.

Balague commented, Many will criticize him and rightly so, because it showed poor sportsmanship for Rodrygo taking his place.”

“But since being a kid, his life has been amid adversity, and he feels that he faces opposition.”

“That mentality is tough to overcome, particularly since you consider yourself on the verge of the best player, then the club drives the axis to Mbappe as the star.”

“This season he has perceived that the organization isn't protecting him. Rumors indicate, perhaps from within, or unchallenged by officials, that they might accept if someone paid a quarter-billion euros for his transfer and sell him.”

This affects him, so when Alonso subbed him – fairly, as he ceased tracking back as required – to him he thinks why single me out?’.”

“It will be difficult to reconcile among the parties and Vinicius now.”

Barca's Approach “Falls Apart”

After winning each of the recent derbies, this outing represented Barca's shaky start to the campaign.

Absences have left without the Barcelona coach of crucial contributors such as the Brazilian winger, Lewandowski and Dani Olmo, and the approach is failing in their absence.

The expert commented, “It's like the whole team lack sharpness without the ball, with less desire to win it back, with reduced intensity in pressing.”

Opponents find it simpler to break them down. Should the defense is not perfect, as it wasn't Mbappe's strike as Balde failed to step up, the midfield doesn't assist by teammates not closing down those on the ball adequately.”

Lamine Yamal, who troubled Madrid earlier, was neutralized.

“Their stars did not perform well. Lamine seems not in top condition, possibly because of injury issues