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This proved to be nearly a perfect day for the Madrid side, as they beat Barca two goals to one during the Clasico to increase their advantage in first place in the Spanish league to five points.

Jude Bellingham got his first domestic strike and key pass this campaign following a tough period healing from a shoulder operation.

The French forward continued his deadly touch in front of goal, and the manager's strategy in his first Clasico on the sidelines functioned like a charm.

But then the Vinicius Junior question reared its head another time.

Unhappy with his substitution, the star forward complained as he walked right by Xabi Alonso and marched to the dressing room, then coming back on the sidelines after a short while.

Tactical Setup Gets Positive Outcomes for Bellingham

In his first derby, it was a solid start, considering the majority of Madrid's previous eight coaches were defeated in their initial league meeting against Barca.

After the relaxed method under Ancelotti fell short earlier, Alonso's positional game-model produced a significant outcome.

Spanish football analyst noted, His plan was perfect. Madrid performed excellently, while the visitors struggled because of what Real Madrid were doing.”

“Without the ball, they pushed up for as long as they could, and if they were beaten, they fell back in a structured manner, all players even Vinicius.”

“They defended in two lines separated by a short distance. The opposition could not find a way through.”

This approach appears to be beneficial for Bellingham, who in the past was essentially asked to carry the midfield in the engine room and more.

On paper Bellingham played on the right, however he had the freedom to come inside and assist the attack or get into scoring positions.

The analyst continued, Employing Eduardo Camavinga in the center, this provides greater energy and better ability to block the spaces.”

As a result them to put Bellingham on the right flank. I'm sure he would have been asked to keep an eye on the runs of Mbappe in possession and had space, and he found him on several occasions.”

“He was asked to get into the box and be around the outskirts of the area, where he is very dangerous. He also drifted in to close the inside channels and cause Barca's task tough.”

Vinicius Tensions Revealed

There's no doubting that supporters adore Vinicius, calls for him were sung multiple times by the passionate home supporters.

But recently there were countless reports in recent months that the club could entertain selling him if an attractive proposal were to come in.

Vinicius will have one season to go under his current terms when this term concludes, yet negotiations for an extension are at a standstill.

Vinicius' behavior when substituted with 20 minutes left suggested strained relations. After the full-time whistle, he had to be restrained as he attempted to confront Yamal.

The expert said, “Everyone will have a go at him for good reason, because it showed disrespect toward his replacement who came on for him.”

“But since being a kid, he has lived in a hostile world, 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, but the team shifts the focus to Mbappe as the key figure.”

Recently he's felt that the organization has not supported him. Rumors indicate, possibly leaked by the club, or unchallenged by officials, that they might accept an offer worth 250m euros for his transfer and allow him to leave.”

He is aware of this, so when the coach substituted him – fairly, because Vinicius stopped dropping back as required – in Vinicius' head he questions why single me out?’.”

“It will be difficult to build a bridge among the parties and the player at the moment.”

Barcelona Style “Falls Apart”

After winning all four of previous campaign's Clasicos, the latest display was emblematic of Barca's shaky early form.

Injuries have deprived Hansi Flick of crucial contributors including Raphinha, Robert Lewandowski plus others, and the tactical setup is failing without them.

The analyst said, The squad seems is a little bit less sharp without the ball, less hungry to recover it, softer in pressing.”

“It's easier to attack them. Should the defense is not organized, which was the case the first goal since the defender played him onside, they are not helped by the midfield and forwards not challenging the ball-carrier as expected.”

The young talent, the main threat earlier, was neutralized.

Key players were below par. Lamine seems not in top condition, possibly because of groin problems