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The match represented nearly a perfect performance from Real Madrid, who defeated Barca two goals to one in the Clasico to increase their advantage at the top of the Spanish league with a five-point cushion.

Jude Bellingham got his inaugural goal in the league along with key pass of the season after a difficult period recovering from a shoulder operation.

Kylian Mbappe continued his deadly performance in attack, and Alonso's tactics in his inaugural derby as coach worked like a charm.

However the Brazilian's situation came to the forefront once more.

Dissatisfied with coming off, Vinicius protested as he walked right by his manager before stormed off the pitch, before reappearing on the sidelines later.

Tactical Setup Delivers Positive Outcomes for Jude Bellingham

In his first derby, Alonso did well, given that seven of Real's previous eight bosses lost their initial league match with their rivals.

Following the player-focused approach of Carlo Ancelotti failed to get results last season, his structured approach delivered an important victory.

A specialist commented, The strategy worked brilliantly. The home side performed excellently, while Barca didn't play well because of the home team's approach.”

When not in possession, they applied pressure consistently, if overcome, they tracked back in a structured manner, all players even the forward.”

“They defended with two banks spaced by a short distance. Barcelona were unable to break through.”

The tactical change seems positive for the midfielder, as he previously was essentially asked to do everything in the engine room and more.

Theoretically the 22-year-old was positioned on the right, but in practice he had the freedom to drift inward and link with Mbappe or enter the box.

The expert added, Employing Camavinga in central midfield, you get increased movement and additional options to shut down the spaces.”

As a result them to position Jude on the right flank. I'm sure he would have been asked to track the runs of Mbappe on the ball and found openings, connecting with him on several occasions.”

He was told to enter the area and operate on the outskirts of the area, his most effective zone. He also came inside to cut off passing options and cause the opponent's play challenging.”

Strained Relations Exposed

There's no doubting that the fans love Vinicius, his chant was chanted on several occasions by the passionate Madrid fans.

But multiple various accounts lately that Real Madrid could entertain letting him leave if an attractive proposal were to come in.

Vinicius has a year left on his deal when this term concludes, but discussions on a renewal are at a standstill.

The player's reaction after coming off with 20 minutes left indicated strained relations. After the full-time whistle, he was held back as he attempted to confront the Barcelona player.

Balague noted, Many will criticize him and justifiably, since it displayed a lack of respect toward his replacement who replaced him.”

“But since being a kid, his life has been amid adversity, and he feels that everyone is against him.”

This mindset is tough to overcome, particularly since you feel near the best player, then the club redirects attention towards Mbappe as the main man.”

Recently he believes that the organization is not defending him. Reports suggest, potentially club-sourced, or not denied by the club, that they wouldn't be unhappy a bid of 250m euros to sign him and sell him.”

“He feels all that, so when the coach substituted him – fairly, as he ceased tracking back as he should – in Vinicius' head he questions why always me?.”

It may be challenging to build a bridge among the parties and him at the moment.”

Barca's Approach “Crumbles”

Having triumphed in each of the last season's Clasicos, Sunday's performance was emblematic of Barcelona's unconvincing beginning of the season.

Injuries have robbed the manager of crucial contributors such as the Brazilian winger, Lewandowski and Olmo, and his system is not effective without them.

The analyst stated, Barcelona appear lack sharpness without the ball, less hungry to recover it, less aggressive to get the possession back.”

Opponents find it simpler to attack them. When the backline is not perfect, like on the first goal because Alejandro Balde failed to step up, they receive little support by the midfield and forwards failing to press opponents in possession as well as they should.”

The young talent, the main threat of Real last season, was well contained.

The big names were below par. Yamal seems not he's in good form, perhaps he's suffering from a groin issue