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This proved to be almost an ideal performance from Real Madrid, as they overcame Barca by a 2-1 scoreline in El Clasico to extend the gap at the top in the Spanish league with a five-point cushion.

Bellingham got his first league goal and assist of the season after a difficult period coming back from shoulder surgery.

The French forward continued his clinical form when scoring, and the coach's game plan in his first derby on the sidelines worked perfectly.

But then the Vinicius Junior question reared its head yet again.

Dissatisfied with being substituted, Vinicius complained on his way right by his manager and headed off the pitch, before returning on the sidelines after a short while.

Alonso System Delivers Success from the Midfielder

In his first derby, Alonso did well, given that seven of Real's previous eight managers were defeated in their debut La Liga encounter against their rivals.

Following the laissez-faire approach of Carlo Ancelotti failed to get results in the previous campaign, the new tactical system yielded its first major result.

A specialist observed, “He got it spot on. The home side were very good, while the visitors didn't play well due to Madrid's tactics.”

When not in possession, they applied pressure for as long as they could, and when bypassed, they retreated in a structured manner, all players including Vinicius.”

The team's shape in two layers with a gap of 5-10 meters. Barcelona struggled to penetrate.”

This approach appears to be positive for Bellingham, as he previously was essentially asked to carry the midfield in the engine room and more.

On paper Bellingham played on the right, but actually he had the freedom to drift inward and either support Mbappe or get into scoring positions.

The expert stated, Employing Camavinga in central midfield, this provides greater energy and more ways to close down the spaces.”

“That forced the team to put Bellingham on the right-hand side. Undoubtedly he was instructed to keep an eye on the forward's positioning on the ball with room, and he located him repeatedly.”

He was told to enter the area and position himself near the outskirts of the area, where he is very dangerous. He also came inside to block central spaces and cause Barca's task very difficult.”

Conflict Issues Laid Bare

Undoubtedly that the fans adore Vinicius, his chant rang out on several occasions by a fervent Bernabeu crowd.

However multiple countless reports in recent months that Los Blancos would consider selling him should a suitable bid were to come in.

Vinicius has one year remaining under his current terms at the end of the campaign, yet discussions on a renewal have stalled.

The player's reaction to being replaced with 20 minutes left spoke of issues. After the full-time whistle, he had to be restrained when he moved toward the Barcelona player.

Balague noted, “Everyone will have a go at him and justifiably, since it displayed poor sportsmanship toward his replacement who replaced him.”

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

Such thinking is hard to change, particularly since you believe near the top star, and the organization drives the axis to Mbappe as the key figure.”

During this campaign he believes that the organization has not supported him. Reports suggest, potentially club-sourced, or with the club not denying it, that they might accept an offer worth 250m euros for his transfer and let him go.”

He is aware of this, and when he was taken off – reasonably, as he ceased tracking back as he should – in Vinicius' head he says why single me out?’.”

It may be challenging to mend relations between the club and him at the moment.”

Barcelona Style “Falls Apart”

After winning each of the recent matches, this outing represented Barcelona's unconvincing start to the campaign.

Fitness issues have deprived the manager of key players including the Brazilian winger, Lewandowski plus others, and the approach is failing without them.

The analyst stated, The squad seems lack sharpness defensively, not as eager to regain possession, with reduced intensity in pressing.”

“It's easier to attack them. Should the defense is flawed, as it wasn't the first goal since the defender kept him onside, the midfield doesn't assist from the attack not challenging the ball-carrier adequately.”

Lamine Yamal, who troubled Madrid of Real last season, was neutralized.

“Their stars were below par. Yamal doesn't feel like in top condition, perhaps he's suffering from injury issues