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The match represented almost a flawless outing for Xabi Alonso's squad, who defeated Barca two goals to one in the Clasico to increase their advantage at the summit in La Liga to five points.

The English midfielder got his inaugural domestic strike and key pass this campaign after a challenging few months recovering from shoulder surgery.

The French forward showed his clinical performance when scoring, while Alonso's tactics in his first Clasico on the sidelines worked brilliantly.

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

Frustrated with his substitution, Vinicius protested while walking directly past his manager before headed off the pitch, then coming back to the substitute area later.

Alonso System Yields Positive Outcomes from the Midfielder

As first Clasicos go, it was a solid start, considering seven of Madrid's previous eight coaches were defeated in their first La Liga meeting against Barcelona.

Following the laissez-faire style of Carlo Ancelotti failed to get results earlier, the new tactical system yielded its first major result.

An expert commented, His plan was perfect. The home side performed excellently, and Barcelona were off-color due to the home team's approach.”

When not in possession, they pressed high for as long as they could, and if they were beaten, they fell back in a structured manner, everybody even the forward.”

The team's shape with two banks separated by 5-10 meters. Barcelona struggled to penetrate.”

This approach seems beneficial for Bellingham, who last season was expected to cover multiple roles in the engine room and more.

In the lineup Bellingham played on the right, however he could to move centrally and assist the attack or enter the box.

The expert added, Employing Camavinga in central midfield, you get greater energy and additional options to block the passing lanes.”

As a result them to put Bellingham on the right-hand side. Certainly his role included to keep an eye on the forward's positioning on the ball and had space, connecting with him repeatedly.”

“He was asked to get into the box and position himself near the outskirts of the area, where he is very dangerous. He also came inside to close the inside channels and cause Barca's task tough.”

Vinicius Tensions Exposed

Undoubtedly that the fans adore Vinicius, his name was chanted repeatedly by the passionate home supporters.

However recently there were various accounts lately that the club might think about selling him should a suitable bid was made.

He has a year left on his contract at the end of the campaign, yet discussions on a renewal have not progressed.

The player's reaction to being replaced in the second half spoke of issues. When the match ended, he was held back as he tried to approach the Barcelona player.

The expert noted, Many will criticize him and justifiably, as it demonstrated a lack of respect toward his replacement who replaced him.”

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

Such thinking is hard to change, especially when you consider yourself on the verge of the best player, but the team shifts the focus to Mbappe as the key figure.”

Recently he believes that the organization has not supported him. There are stories, possibly leaked by the club, or not denied by the club, that they wouldn't be unhappy a bid of €250 million for his transfer and allow him to leave.”

“He feels all that, so when the coach substituted him – fairly, as he ceased tracking back as required – in Vinicius' head he says why always me?.”

Building bridges will be tough to build a bridge with the club and Vinicius currently.”

Barca's Approach “Crumbles”

Following victories in each of the previous campaign's derbies, the latest display was emblematic of Barcelona's unconvincing start to the campaign.

Absences have left without the Barcelona coach of key players including Raphinha, the striker and Olmo, and the tactical setup is not effective without them.

Balague commented, The squad seems lack sharpness when not in possession, with less desire to win it back, softer in pressing.”

Opponents find it simpler to create chances against them. When the backline is not perfect, like on the first goal because Alejandro Balde played him onside, they are not helped by teammates failing to press those on the ball as well as they should.”

The young talent, tormentor-in-chief of Real last season, was well contained.

The big names were below par. Yamal appears he's in good form, possibly because of injury issues