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This proved to be nearly a perfect day from Xabi Alonso's squad, who overcame their arch-rivals two goals to one in the famous derby to extend their advantage in first place of La Liga to five points.

Bellingham got his maiden domestic strike along with assist this term after a challenging spell recovering from shoulder surgery.

The French forward continued his deadly form in attack, while the coach's game plan in his first Clasico in the dugout functioned like a charm.

However the Brazilian's situation emerged again another time.

Frustrated at coming off, Vinicius ranted as he walked directly past his manager before stormed off the pitch, before reappearing on the sidelines after a short while.

Alonso System Delivers Positive Outcomes for Jude Bellingham

For a debut Clasico, it was a solid start, especially since seven of Madrid's recent managers lost their initial La Liga meeting against Barca.

After the relaxed method from the previous coach failed to get results earlier, his structured approach produced a significant outcome.

A specialist commented, The strategy worked brilliantly. Madrid were very good, and Barcelona struggled because of the home team's approach.”

When not in possession, they applied pressure as much as possible, and if they were beaten, they fell back with discipline, all players even Vinicius.”

The team's shape in two lines separated by five to 10 metres. Barca were unable to break through.”

This approach seems positive for the midfielder, as he last season was essentially asked to do everything in the engine room and beyond.

In the lineup the young star was positioned on the right, but in practice he was allowed to move centrally and either support Mbappe or crash the penalty area.

The analyst stated, Employing Eduardo Camavinga in central midfield, it brings more dynamism and additional options to block the spaces.”

As a result them to deploy Jude on the right flank. Undoubtedly he would have been asked to monitor Mbappe's movements in possession with room, and he located him a few times.”

He was told to move into the penalty area and be around just outside the box, his most effective zone. He also came inside to block central spaces and cause Barca's task challenging.”

Strained Relations Laid Bare

It's clear that Madridistas are fond of the Brazilian, his name rang out multiple times by an enthusiastic Madrid fans.

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

The winger has one year remaining on his contract at the end of the campaign, but negotiations for an extension have not progressed.

Vinicius' behavior to being replaced in the second half indicated strained relations. When the match ended, he was held back as he attempted to confront Yamal.

Balague said, Many will criticize him and justifiably, since it displayed poor sportsmanship for the substitute who came on for him.”

“But since being a kid, he has lived in a challenging environment, and he feels that he faces opposition.”

Such thinking is difficult to shake, particularly since you feel near number one in the world, and the organization shifts the focus towards Mbappe as the star.”

During this campaign he believes that Real Madrid has not supported him. Rumors indicate, potentially club-sourced, or not denied by the club, that they would be open a bid of 250m euros for him and let him go.”

This affects him, and when the coach substituted him – reasonably, since he wasn't defending as he should – to him he says why always me?.”

“It will be difficult to build a bridge with the club and Vinicius at the moment.”

Barcelona Style “Falls Apart”

Having triumphed in all four of last season's Clasicos, Sunday's performance highlighted their uncertain beginning of the season.

Absences have robbed the manager of crucial contributors including Raphinha, Robert Lewandowski plus others, and the approach is not effective when they are missing.

The analyst said, The squad seems is a little bit less sharp defensively, not as eager to regain possession, with reduced intensity in pressing.”

“It's easier to break them down. Should the defense is not organized, which was the case the first goal as Balde played him onside, they receive little support by teammates not closing down those on the ball adequately.”

Lamine Yamal, the main threat earlier, was neutralized.

Key players did not perform well. Lamine doesn't feel like he's in good form, possibly because of groin problems