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This proved to be nearly an ideal day from the Madrid side, who overcame their arch-rivals two goals to one in the Clasico to extend their advantage at the top in the domestic championship to five points.

The English midfielder got his first goal in the league and assist of the season following a difficult period recovering from shoulder surgery.

Mbappe showed his lethal touch in attack, and the coach's game plan during his debut derby in the dugout proved like a charm.

Yet the Brazilian's situation reared its head once more.

Unhappy with being substituted, the star forward complained as he walked right by his manager before marched off the pitch, before returning on the sidelines several minutes.

Alonso System Yields Positive Outcomes for Jude Bellingham

As first Clasicos go, it was a solid start, considering seven of Real's last eight bosses were defeated in their initial league meeting with Barca.

Following the laissez-faire approach of Carlo Ancelotti failed to get results last season, the new tactical system produced its first major result.

An expert commented, “He got it spot on. Real Madrid were impressive, and Barcelona didn't play well because of what Real Madrid were doing.”

When not in possession, they pushed up for as long as they could, and when bypassed, they tracked back in a structured manner, all players even Vinicius.”

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

The new system seems beneficial for Bellingham, as he last season was expected to do everything in the engine room and additional duties.

Theoretically the 22-year-old was positioned on the right, but in practice he could to come inside and support Mbappe or enter the box.

Balague added, “By using Eduardo Camavinga in the middle, you get more dynamism and additional options to shut down the channels.”

This led to them to position Jude on the right-hand side. I'm sure his role included to track the forward's positioning when he had the ball with room, and he located him on several occasions.”

His instructions included to move into the penalty area and position himself near the edge of the box, his most effective zone. Additionally, he moved centrally to cut off passing options and cause Barca's task very difficult.”

Conflict Issues Exposed

Undoubtedly that Madridistas love Vinicius, calls for him rang out repeatedly by the passionate Madrid fans.

Yet there have been numerous stories in recent months that Los Blancos would consider selling him should a suitable bid were to come in.

He will have a year left on his contract at the end of the campaign, yet talks over a new deal have stalled.

Vinicius' behavior when substituted late in the game suggested tension. When the match ended, he had to be restrained when he moved toward Yamal.

The analyst noted, He will face backlash for good reason, as it demonstrated a lack of respect for Rodrygo who replaced him.”

Yet, growing up, he has existed amid adversity, and he feels that he faces opposition.”

This mindset is hard to change, particularly since you feel close to being the best player, but the team redirects attention to Mbappe as the key figure.”

“This season he has perceived that the club isn't protecting him. Reports suggest, perhaps from within, or not denied by the club, that they would be open a bid of a quarter-billion euros to sign him and sell him.”

This affects him, and when Alonso subbed him – justifiably, because Vinicius stopped dropping back as expected – in his mind he thinks why single me out?’.”

Building bridges will be tough to reconcile with the club and the player now.”

Barcelona Style “Falls Apart”

Following victories in each of the previous campaign's matches, Sunday's performance represented their uncertain beginning of the season.

Injuries have deprived Hansi Flick of key players including the Brazilian winger, Lewandowski and Olmo, and the approach isn't working without them.

The analyst stated, Barcelona appear are slightly off without the ball, with less desire to win it back, with reduced intensity to reclaim the ball.”

Opponents find it simpler to attack them. Should the defense is not organized, like on Mbappe's strike because Alejandro Balde played him onside, the midfield doesn't assist from the attack failing to press the ball-carrier as expected.”

Yamal, the main threat earlier, was kept largely in check.

Key players weren't at their best. The youngster appears he's in good form, perhaps he's suffering from injury issues