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This proved to be almost an ideal performance for Xabi Alonso's squad, as they beat Barcelona two goals to one during the famous derby and stretch their lead at the top of the domestic championship with a five-point cushion.

Bellingham scored his inaugural domestic strike and assist this term following a tough period recovering from a shoulder operation.

Mbappe maintained his lethal performance in attack, while Alonso's tactics during his debut El Clasico in the dugout proved brilliantly.

But then the issue surrounding Vinicius came to the forefront another time.

Unhappy with coming off, Vinicius protested while walking right by his manager before marched down the tunnel, before returning to the bench after a short while.

Manager's Approach Delivers Positive Outcomes for Jude Bellingham

As first Clasicos go, Alonso did well, given that the majority of Real's last eight managers were defeated in their first league meeting against their rivals.

After the player-focused style from the previous coach failed to get results last season, his structured approach produced a significant outcome.

An expert noted, His plan was perfect. Real Madrid were impressive, and Barca struggled due to the home team's approach.”

“Without the ball, they pushed up consistently, if overcome, they retreated in a structured manner, all players including the forward.”

“They defended in two lines separated by a short distance. Barca could not find a way through.”

The tactical change looks to be good news for Jude, who last season was essentially asked to carry the midfield in the center and more.

In the lineup Bellingham was positioned on the right, but in practice he was allowed to move centrally and either assist the attack or crash the penalty area.

The analyst added, With Camavinga in the middle, it brings greater energy and additional options to shut down the channels.”

“That forced the team to position Jude on the right-hand side. I'm sure he would have been asked to keep an eye on Mbappe's movements in possession and had space, and he located him repeatedly.”

His instructions included to get into the box and operate on the outskirts of the area, where he is very dangerous. He also drifted in to close the inside channels and cause the opponent's play tough.”

Conflict Issues Exposed

Undoubtedly that supporters are fond of the Brazilian, his chant were sung multiple times by the passionate home supporters.

Yet recently there were countless reports over the past period that Real Madrid might think about letting him leave should a suitable bid arrived.

Vinicius has a year left under his current terms when this term concludes, yet talks over a new deal are at a standstill.

His response when substituted with 20 minutes left indicated tension. Post-game, he was held back when he moved toward Lamine Yamal.

The expert commented, “Everyone will have a go at him and rightly so, since it displayed disrespect for Rodrygo who replaced him.”

Yet, growing up, his life has been in a challenging environment, and he feels that everyone is against him.”

“That mentality is tough to overcome, especially when you consider yourself near the top star, and the organization redirects attention in favor of Mbappe as the key figure.”

During this campaign he believes that Real Madrid isn't protecting him. There are stories, possibly leaked by the club, or with the club not denying it, that they wouldn't be unhappy an offer worth €250 million for his transfer and let him go.”

He is aware of this, and after he was taken off – justifiably, since he wasn't defending as required – to him he thinks why always me?.”

“It will be difficult to reconcile with the club and Vinicius at the moment.”

Barcelona Style “Crumbles”

Having triumphed in each of the recent Clasicos, Sunday's performance highlighted Barcelona's unconvincing beginning of the season.

Fitness issues have deprived the manager of key players including Raphinha, Robert Lewandowski and Dani Olmo, and the approach isn't working in their absence.

The expert stated, The squad seems lack sharpness when not in possession, not as eager to regain possession, with reduced intensity to get the possession back.”

Opponents find it simpler to create chances against them. When the backline is not organized, which was the case the Mbappe goal as Balde played him onside, they receive little support by teammates failing to press opponents in possession as expected.”

Yamal, the main threat earlier, was well contained.

The big names weren't at their best. Lamine appears he is at his best, possibly because of a groin issue