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The match represented practically an ideal outing for Real Madrid, who defeated Barcelona 2-1 during the Clasico to stretch the gap at the summit in the Spanish league with a five-point cushion.

Jude Bellingham scored his maiden goal in the league along with key pass this campaign after a difficult few months healing from a shoulder operation.

Mbappe continued his clinical form in attack, while Alonso's tactics during his debut derby on the sidelines worked perfectly.

Yet the issue surrounding Vinicius reared its head yet again.

Unhappy with being substituted, the star forward protested while walking straight past his manager before stormed down the tunnel, then reappearing to the substitute area several minutes.

Alonso System Yields Positive Outcomes from Jude Bellingham

In his first derby, Alonso did well, considering the majority of Real's last eight managers were defeated in their first La Liga match with Barcelona.

Following the player-focused method from the previous coach fell short last season, his structured approach yielded its first major result.

Spanish football analyst observed, “He got it spot on. Real Madrid were very good, and the visitors were off-color because of Madrid's tactics.”

When not in possession, they pressed high as much as possible, and if they were beaten, they retreated in an organised way, all players including Vinicius.”

“They defended with two banks separated by 5-10 meters. The opposition could not find a way through.”

The new system looks to be positive for Bellingham, who in the past was essentially asked to cover multiple roles in the center and beyond.

On paper the young star started wide right, but in practice he had the freedom to drift inward and either assist the attack or get into scoring positions.

The expert stated, With Camavinga in the center, you get more dynamism and additional options to shut down the spaces.”

As a result the team to position Jude wide right. Certainly he would have been asked to monitor the runs of Mbappe in possession and had space, and he found him a few times.”

“He was asked to move into the penalty area and be around just outside the box, where he is very dangerous. He also drifted in to close the inside channels creating Barcelona's life tough.”

Conflict Issues Exposed

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

But recently there were numerous stories in recent months that Real Madrid might think about allowing his departure if an attractive proposal was made.

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

His response when substituted late in the game suggested strained relations. After the full-time whistle, he had to be restrained when he moved toward Lamine Yamal.

The expert said, He will face backlash and rightly so, because it showed disrespect for Rodrygo who replaced him.”

Yet, growing up, he has existed in a hostile world, and perceives that everyone is against him.”

“That mentality is hard to change, particularly since you believe near number one in the world, then the club shifts the focus in favor of Mbappe as the key figure.”

During this campaign he's felt that Real Madrid isn't protecting him. Rumors indicate, perhaps from within, or unchallenged by officials, that they might accept a bid of a quarter-billion euros for him and allow him to leave.”

This affects him, so when Alonso subbed him – justifiably, because Vinicius stopped dropping back as expected – in Vinicius' head he thinks why always me?.”

It may be challenging to build a bridge among the parties and the player now.”

Barcelona Style “Falls Apart”

Having triumphed in each of the recent matches, the latest display represented Barca's shaky beginning of the season.

Injuries have left without the Barcelona coach of crucial contributors including Raphinha, Robert Lewandowski and Olmo, and his system isn't working without them.

The expert stated, Barcelona appear are slightly off without the ball, not as eager to regain possession, less aggressive to reclaim the ball.”

Opponents find it simpler to create chances against them. Should the defense is not organized, which was the case the Mbappe goal as Balde failed to step up, the midfield doesn't assist by the midfield and forwards not closing down opponents in possession adequately.”

Lamine Yamal, who troubled Madrid in previous meetings, was well contained.

“Their stars weren't at their best. Lamine doesn't feel like in top condition, perhaps he's suffering from groin problems