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This proved to be almost a flawless outing from Real Madrid, who overcame their arch-rivals 2-1 in the famous derby to extend their advantage in first place in the Spanish league to five points.

Bellingham notched his inaugural league goal and assist this campaign after a tough few months healing from surgery on his shoulder.

Mbappe showed his clinical performance when scoring, while Alonso's tactics in his first Clasico in the dugout worked perfectly.

However the Brazilian's situation emerged again yet again.

Dissatisfied with coming off, the Brazilian winger protested as he walked straight past his manager before marched off the pitch, then returning to the bench several minutes.

Manager's Approach Yields Success for the Midfielder

For a debut Clasico, Alonso did well, considering seven of Madrid's previous eight bosses were defeated in their initial league match with Barcelona.

Following the laissez-faire style of Carlo Ancelotti failed to get results last season, his structured approach yielded a significant outcome.

A specialist commented, “He got it spot on. Real Madrid were impressive, and Barca were off-color due to what Real Madrid were doing.”

“Without the ball, they pressed high as much as possible, and when bypassed, they fell back in an organised way, everybody even Vinicius.”

Their defensive setup in two layers separated by 5-10 meters. Barca were unable to break through.”

This approach seems positive for Bellingham, as he previously was essentially asked to cover multiple roles in the center and more.

On paper Bellingham was positioned on the right, however he had the freedom to move centrally and support Mbappe or enter the box.

Balague continued, Employing Eduardo Camavinga in the middle, it brings greater energy and better ability to shut down the passing lanes.”

As a result them to position Bellingham on the right flank. Certainly he would have been asked to monitor Mbappe's movements on the ball with room, connecting with him repeatedly.”

“He was asked to move into the penalty area and operate on the edge of the box, his most effective zone. Additionally, he moved centrally to close the inside channels and cause the opponent's play challenging.”

Vinicius Tensions Exposed

It's clear that Madridistas adore Vinicius, his chant were sung on several occasions by an enthusiastic home supporters.

However multiple numerous stories lately that Real Madrid might think about letting him leave should a suitable bid arrived.

Vinicius has one year remaining on his deal when this term concludes, but talks over a new deal have stalled.

Vinicius' behavior to being replaced with 20 minutes left spoke of tension. When the match ended, teammates intervened when he moved toward Lamine Yamal.

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

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

This mindset is hard to change, particularly since you believe near the best player, but the team redirects attention towards Mbappe as the key figure.”

Recently he believes that the organization is not defending him. There are stories, possibly leaked by the club, or with the club not denying it, that they would be open if someone paid €250 million to sign him and sell him.”

“He feels all that, and when he was taken off – justifiably, as he ceased tracking back as required – in Vinicius' head he questions why single me out?’.”

Building bridges will be tough to reconcile between the club and him at the moment.”

Barcelona Style “Struggles”

Having triumphed in each of the previous campaign's derbies, this outing highlighted their uncertain beginning of the season.

Absences have robbed the Barcelona coach of key players such as the Brazilian winger, Lewandowski and Dani Olmo, and the tactical setup isn't working when they are missing.

Balague stated, “It's like the whole team are slightly off defensively, less hungry to recover it, with reduced intensity to get the possession back.”

They are more vulnerable to create chances against them. When the backline is not perfect, which was the case the Mbappe goal because Alejandro Balde played him onside, they are not helped by teammates not challenging those on the ball adequately.”

Yamal, the main threat earlier, was kept largely in check.

“Their stars were below par. Yamal seems not he is at his best, possibly because of injury issues