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This proved to be almost an ideal outing from the Madrid side, as they defeated their arch-rivals 2-1 during the famous derby and extend their advantage in first place of the domestic championship by five points.

The English midfielder notched his inaugural league goal along with setup of the season after a tough period recovering from surgery on his shoulder.

Kylian Mbappe maintained his clinical touch when scoring, while the manager's strategy during his debut El Clasico on the sidelines proved like a charm.

Yet the Brazilian's situation came to the forefront another time.

Dissatisfied with coming off, the Brazilian winger protested on his way directly past his manager before stormed off the pitch, before reappearing to the bench several minutes.

Alonso System Yields Results from Jude Bellingham

For a debut Clasico, this wasn't a bad one, especially since the majority of Madrid's recent managers lost their debut league match with their rivals.

After the laissez-faire style under Ancelotti failed to get results last season, Alonso's positional game-model yielded a significant outcome.

An expert commented, His plan was perfect. The home side were very good, while Barcelona struggled due to what Real Madrid were doing.”

Defensively, they pushed up consistently, and if they were beaten, they fell back with discipline, all players even Vinicius.”

Their defensive setup in two lines spaced by five to 10 metres. Barca struggled to penetrate.”

The tactical change appears to be good news for Bellingham, as he previously was essentially asked to carry the midfield in the center and more.

Theoretically Bellingham started wide right, but actually he could to move centrally and either assist the attack or crash the penalty area.

The analyst stated, Employing Eduardo Camavinga in central midfield, this provides greater energy and better ability to shut down the channels.”

“That forced them to position Jude on the right flank. Certainly he was instructed to monitor the runs of Mbappe when he had the ball and had space, connecting with him a few times.”

His instructions included to move into the penalty area and be around the edge of the box, where he poses a threat. He also drifted in to cut off passing options and cause Barca's task very difficult.”

Conflict Issues Revealed

Undoubtedly that supporters are fond of the Brazilian, calls for him rang out on several occasions by the passionate Madrid fans.

But recently there were numerous stories over the past period that Los Blancos might think about allowing his departure should a suitable bid was made.

Vinicius has one season to go under his current terms come the end of the season, but talks over a new deal have stalled.

Vinicius' behavior after coming off late in the game indicated tension. When the match ended, he had to be restrained as he tried to approach Yamal.

Balague said, He will face backlash and justifiably, as it demonstrated poor sportsmanship toward his replacement who replaced him.”

“But since being a kid, he has existed in a challenging environment, and he feels that everyone is against him.”

“That mentality is hard to change, especially when you feel on the verge of the best player, but the team shifts the focus to Mbappe as the key figure.”

“This season he's felt 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, so when he was taken off – reasonably, as he ceased tracking back as he should – to him he thinks why always me?.”

“It will be difficult to reconcile among the parties and the player currently.”

Barca's Approach “Struggles”

After winning each of the recent matches, the latest display highlighted their uncertain beginning of the season.

Fitness issues have left without Hansi Flick of key players such as the Brazilian winger, Robert Lewandowski and Dani Olmo, and the tactical setup isn't working without them.

The analyst stated, “It's like the whole team lack sharpness when not in possession, not as eager to regain possession, less aggressive in pressing.”

Opponents find it simpler to create chances against them. If the defensive line is not perfect, like on Mbappe's strike since the defender failed to step up, they are not helped from the attack not challenging the ball-carrier as expected.”

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

The big names were below par. Yamal appears he's in good form, possibly because of injury issues