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It was nearly a perfect outing for the Madrid side, who defeated Barca 2-1 during the famous derby to extend their advantage at the top of La Liga with a five-point cushion.

Bellingham got his inaugural domestic strike and key pass of the season following a tough few months healing from a shoulder operation.

Mbappe continued his deadly form when scoring, and Alonso's tactics during his debut Clasico on the sidelines functioned brilliantly.

However the issue surrounding Vinicius came to the forefront yet again.

Frustrated at his substitution, the star forward ranted on his way right by his manager before headed to the dressing room, before reappearing on the sidelines later.

Manager's Approach Gets Success from the Midfielder

As first Clasicos go, this wasn't a bad one, considering seven of Real's previous eight bosses were defeated in their debut La Liga meeting with their rivals.

Following the relaxed method from the previous coach failed to get results earlier, his structured approach yielded an important victory.

An expert observed, His plan was perfect. The home side were impressive, while the visitors were off-color due to the home team's approach.”

When not in possession, they pushed up for as long as they could, if overcome, they fell back with discipline, all players including the forward.”

Their defensive setup with two banks with a gap of 5-10 meters. The opposition could not find a way through.”

The new system appears to be beneficial for the midfielder, who previously was essentially asked to cover multiple roles in the center and more.

Theoretically the 22-year-old played on the right, however he could to come inside and either support Mbappe or get into scoring positions.

The expert continued, “By using Camavinga in the center, this provides increased movement and additional options to block the passing lanes.”

As a result the team to put Jude on the right-hand side. I'm sure he was instructed to track the runs of Mbappe when he had the ball with room, connecting with him a few times.”

His instructions included to get into the box and operate on just outside the box, his most effective zone. Additionally, he moved centrally to close the inside channels and make the opponent's play challenging.”

Strained Relations Exposed

There's no doubting that supporters love Vinicius, his name was chanted multiple times by an enthusiastic Bernabeu crowd.

But recently there were countless reports over the past period that Real Madrid might think about letting him leave if the right offer arrived.

The winger has a year left on his deal at the end of the campaign, yet talks over a new deal are at a standstill.

The player's reaction to being replaced late in the game spoke of issues. Post-game, he was held back as he attempted to confront the Barcelona player.

The analyst commented, He will face backlash and rightly so, because it showed poor sportsmanship for Rodrygo who came on for him.”

Yet, growing up, he has lived in a hostile world, and he believes that the world is hostile.”

This mindset is tough to overcome, notably when you believe on the verge of the top star, and the organization redirects attention to Mbappe as the star.”

“This season he has perceived that the club isn't protecting him. Rumors indicate, possibly leaked by the club, or not denied by the club, that they might accept if someone paid €250 million for his transfer and sell him.”

This affects him, and when Alonso subbed him – justifiably, since he wasn't defending as expected – to him he questions why always me?.”

It may be challenging to build a bridge between the club and Vinicius at the moment.”

Barca's Approach “Crumbles”

Following victories in all four of last season's Clasicos, this outing highlighted Barca's shaky early form.

Injuries have robbed Hansi Flick of crucial contributors such as the Brazilian winger, Robert Lewandowski and Dani Olmo, and the tactical setup isn't working without them.

The expert stated, “It's like the whole team are slightly off when not in possession, not as eager to regain possession, softer in pressing.”

They are more vulnerable to create chances against them. When the backline is not organized, like on the Mbappe goal since the defender failed to step up, they are not helped from the attack failing to press the ball-carrier adequately.”

The young talent, who troubled Madrid earlier, was neutralized.

The big names did not perform well. The youngster appears he's in good form, perhaps he's suffering from a groin issue