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This proved to be almost a perfect outing for the Madrid side, who beat Barca by a 2-1 scoreline during the Clasico and increase their lead at the summit in La Liga to five points.

Jude Bellingham got his inaugural league goal along with key pass of the season after a challenging spell coming back from surgery on his shoulder.

Kylian Mbappe showed his deadly touch in attack, and the manager's strategy during his debut derby in the dugout proved perfectly.

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

Frustrated at coming off, Vinicius protested while walking directly past the coach before marched off the pitch, then returning to the bench later.

Manager's Approach Delivers Results from Jude Bellingham

In his first derby, this wasn't a bad one, especially since the majority of Madrid's last eight coaches lost their debut league encounter against Barca.

Following the player-focused method under Ancelotti failed to get results earlier, Alonso's positional game-model delivered a significant outcome.

Spanish football analyst observed, “He got it spot on. Real Madrid were very good, while the visitors didn't play well because of what Real Madrid were doing.”

When not in possession, they pushed up consistently, if overcome, they retreated in a structured manner, everybody even Vinicius.”

Their defensive setup in two lines spaced by 5-10 meters. The opposition struggled to penetrate.”

The new system looks to be positive for Bellingham, who last season was expected to cover multiple roles in the center and additional duties.

On paper Bellingham was positioned on the right, but actually he had the freedom to move centrally and either assist the attack or enter the box.

The expert added, “By using the French midfielder in the center, you get greater energy and more ways to shut down the channels.”

This led to them to put Jude on the right flank. Certainly his role included to monitor Mbappe's movements in possession and had space, and he found him on several occasions.”

“He was asked to get into the box and position himself near the edge of the box, where he poses a threat. He also came inside to cut off passing options and cause the opponent's play very difficult.”

Vinicius Tensions Laid Bare

Undoubtedly that the fans love Vinicius, his name were sung repeatedly by an enthusiastic Madrid fans.

However multiple countless reports in recent months that Real Madrid would consider letting him leave if the right offer were to come in.

He will have a year left under his current terms when this term concludes, yet negotiations for an extension have not progressed.

His response when substituted in the second half indicated issues. Post-game, he was held back as he attempted to confront Yamal.

The analyst commented, He will face backlash and justifiably, as it demonstrated a lack of respect for Rodrygo who came on for him.”

However, from a young age, he has lived in a hostile world, and he feels that he faces opposition.”

Such thinking is tough to overcome, particularly since you feel near the best player, then the club redirects attention towards Mbappe as the star.”

During this campaign he believes that Real Madrid has not supported him. Reports suggest, perhaps from within, or unchallenged by officials, that they would be open if someone paid 250m euros to sign him and allow him to leave.”

“He feels all that, and after Alonso subbed him – justifiably, as he ceased tracking back as expected – in Vinicius' head he questions why single me out?’.”

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

Barcelona Style “Struggles”

Following victories in each of the previous campaign's derbies, this outing was emblematic of Barcelona's unconvincing beginning of the season.

Injuries have robbed the manager of key players including the Brazilian winger, Robert Lewandowski and Dani Olmo, and his system is not effective without them.

The expert stated, Barcelona appear is a little bit less sharp defensively, with less desire to win it back, with reduced intensity to reclaim the ball.”

They are more vulnerable to create chances against them. If the defensive line is not organized, as it wasn't Mbappe's strike as Balde failed to step up, they are not helped by teammates not challenging the ball-carrier as well as they should.”

Yamal, tormentor-in-chief of Real last season, was kept largely in check.

The big names weren't at their best. Lamine seems not he is at his best, maybe due to a groin issue