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This proved to be almost a flawless outing for Real Madrid, as they overcame their arch-rivals by a 2-1 scoreline during the Clasico to increase the gap at the summit of La Liga by five points.

Bellingham notched his maiden league goal and setup of the season following a difficult spell healing from a shoulder operation.

Mbappe maintained his deadly touch when scoring, and the manager's strategy in his inaugural Clasico in the dugout functioned like a charm.

Yet the Brazilian's situation emerged again yet again.

Dissatisfied with his substitution, the Brazilian winger protested as he walked straight past the coach and headed to the dressing room, before reappearing on the sidelines later.

Tactical Setup Yields Positive Outcomes from the Midfielder

As first Clasicos go, Alonso did well, considering the majority of Madrid's last eight managers were defeated in their initial league match against Barcelona.

Following the relaxed approach from the previous coach did not deliver earlier, Alonso's positional game-model yielded a significant outcome.

Spanish football analyst noted, His plan was perfect. Madrid were very good, while Barca didn't play well due to the home team's approach.”

“Without the ball, they pushed up for as long as they could, and if they were beaten, they retreated in a structured manner, everybody even the forward.”

“They defended in two layers with a gap of 5-10 meters. Barcelona struggled to penetrate.”

The new system looks to be good news for Bellingham, as he in the past was expected to cover multiple roles in the engine room and additional duties.

Theoretically the 22-year-old started wide right, but in practice he had the freedom to come inside and link with Mbappe or get into scoring positions.

The analyst added, “By using Eduardo Camavinga in the center, it brings increased movement and better ability to shut down the channels.”

As a result them to position Jude wide right. I'm sure he would have been asked to monitor Mbappe's movements on the ball with room, and he found him a few times.”

“He was asked to enter the area and position himself near the outskirts of the area, his most effective zone. He also drifted in to close the inside channels and cause the opponent's play tough.”

Vinicius Tensions Laid Bare

Undoubtedly that Madridistas are fond of the Brazilian, his chant was chanted repeatedly by a fervent home supporters.

However recently there were numerous stories in recent months that the club could entertain allowing his departure if an attractive proposal arrived.

He has one year remaining on his deal when this term concludes, but negotiations for an extension have not progressed.

The player's reaction after coming off in the second half indicated tension. Post-game, he had to be restrained when he moved toward Lamine Yamal.

The expert commented, He will face backlash for good reason, as it demonstrated a lack of respect for Rodrygo who came on for him.”

However, from a young age, he has lived amid adversity, and he feels that he faces opposition.”

This mindset is tough to overcome, especially when you feel near number one in the world, and the organization drives the axis to Mbappe as the key figure.”

During this campaign he's felt that Real Madrid is not defending him. Rumors indicate, potentially club-sourced, or not denied by the club, that they wouldn't be unhappy an offer worth €250 million to sign him and allow him to leave.”

This affects him, so when the coach substituted him – fairly, as he ceased tracking back as expected – in his mind he says why always me?.”

“It will be difficult to reconcile between the club and him now.”

Their System “Crumbles”

After winning all four of previous campaign's Clasicos, the latest display highlighted Barcelona's unconvincing start to the campaign.

Injuries have robbed Hansi Flick of key players such as the Brazilian winger, Lewandowski and Olmo, and the approach is failing in their absence.

The analyst stated, Barcelona appear is a little bit less sharp without the ball, with less desire to win it back, softer to reclaim the ball.”

They are more vulnerable to break them down. Should the defense is not organized, as it wasn't Mbappe's strike as Balde played him onside, they receive little support by the midfield and forwards not closing down opponents in possession adequately.”

Yamal, tormentor-in-chief earlier, was kept largely in check.

“Their stars weren't at their best. Yamal doesn't feel like he is at his best, possibly because of groin problems