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This proved to be nearly a perfect outing from Real Madrid, who defeated Barca by a 2-1 scoreline in the Clasico and increase their advantage in first place of the domestic championship with a five-point cushion.

Bellingham notched his maiden goal in the league along with setup this term following a difficult spell coming back from surgery on his shoulder.

The French forward showed his deadly form in front of goal, and the coach's game plan during his debut Clasico on the sidelines functioned brilliantly.

But then the issue surrounding Vinicius reared its head once more.

Frustrated with his substitution, the Brazilian winger ranted as he walked straight past his manager before headed off the pitch, then returning to the substitute area later.

Tactical Setup Yields Success for Jude Bellingham

For a debut Clasico, Alonso did well, given that the majority of Real's last eight managers were defeated in their first La Liga meeting against their rivals.

Following the relaxed method of Carlo Ancelotti fell short last season, Alonso's positional game-model yielded a significant outcome.

Spanish football analyst noted, His plan was perfect. The home side performed excellently, while the visitors were off-color due to Madrid's tactics.”

“Without the ball, they applied pressure for as long as they could, if overcome, they retreated in an organised way, everybody including the forward.”

Their defensive setup with two banks with a gap of five to 10 metres. The opposition struggled to penetrate.”

This approach appears to be good news for Bellingham, who in the past was expected to cover multiple roles in the center and additional duties.

On paper the 22-year-old was positioned on the right, however he had the freedom to move centrally and support Mbappe or crash the penalty area.

The expert added, Employing Camavinga in central midfield, it brings more dynamism and more ways to block the spaces.”

As a result the team to position Jude wide right. Certainly his role included to keep an eye on the runs of Mbappe on the ball and had space, connecting with him repeatedly.”

He was told to enter the area and be around the outskirts of the area, his most effective zone. He also drifted in to close the inside channels and cause Barca's task tough.”

Strained Relations Revealed

Undoubtedly that supporters adore Vinicius, calls for him was chanted on several occasions by the passionate Bernabeu crowd.

But there have been countless reports in recent months that the club would consider selling him if an attractive proposal arrived.

The winger has one season to go on his contract come the end of the season, yet negotiations for an extension have stalled.

The player's reaction after coming off in the second half suggested tension. When the match ended, he was held back when he moved toward Lamine Yamal.

Balague commented, Many will criticize him and justifiably, since it displayed a lack of respect for Rodrygo who replaced him.”

Yet, growing up, his life has been amid adversity, and he feels that he faces opposition.”

“That mentality is tough to overcome, notably when you believe near the top star, and the organization drives the axis towards Mbappe as the key figure.”

“This season he's felt that the organization isn't protecting him. Rumors indicate, possibly leaked by the club, or not denied by the club, that they would be open an offer worth €250 million for him and sell him.”

“He feels all that, and when he was taken off – justifiably, as he ceased tracking back as he should – to him he thinks ‘why me, why me again?.”

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

Barcelona Style “Struggles”

After winning all four of recent derbies, this outing highlighted their uncertain early form.

Injuries have left without the Barcelona coach of crucial contributors such as the Brazilian winger, Robert Lewandowski and Dani Olmo, and the approach isn't working without them.

Balague stated, Barcelona appear are slightly off defensively, with less desire to win it back, with reduced intensity to get the possession back.”

“It's easier to create chances against them. Should the defense is flawed, like on the Mbappe goal as Balde kept him onside, they are not helped from the attack not challenging the ball-carrier as expected.”

The young talent, the main threat earlier, was kept largely in check.

“Their stars were below par. The youngster seems not he is at his best, maybe due to a groin issue