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The match represented almost a flawless performance for the Madrid side, as they overcame Barca 2-1 in the famous derby to stretch their lead at the top of the Spanish league by five points.

The English midfielder notched his first goal in the league and assist of the season following a tough spell recovering from shoulder surgery.

The French forward showed his clinical form in attack, while the manager's strategy in his first El Clasico on the sidelines functioned like a charm.

Yet the Vinicius Junior question emerged again yet again.

Unhappy at his substitution, the star forward protested while walking right by his manager before stormed down the tunnel, then coming back to the substitute area later.

Tactical Setup Delivers Results from Jude Bellingham

For a debut Clasico, this wasn't a bad one, especially since the majority of Madrid's recent bosses lost their debut league encounter with Barcelona.

Following the player-focused method under Ancelotti failed to get results in the previous campaign, Alonso's positional game-model produced its first major result.

An expert commented, His plan was perfect. Real Madrid were very good, while Barcelona were off-color due to what Real Madrid were doing.”

Defensively, they pressed high for as long as they could, and if they were beaten, they retreated in an organised way, all players including the forward.”

Their defensive setup in two lines separated by five to 10 metres. The opposition could not find a way through.”

This approach looks to be beneficial for Jude, who in the past was expected to do everything in midfield and additional duties.

Theoretically the 22-year-old was positioned on the right, but in practice he could to move centrally and either link with Mbappe or get into scoring positions.

The expert added, “By using Camavinga in the center, this provides greater energy and more ways to shut down the passing lanes.”

As a result them to position Jude on the right flank. Certainly he would have been asked to monitor the forward's positioning on the ball with room, connecting with him repeatedly.”

His instructions included to get into the box and position himself near the edge of the box, where he poses a threat. Additionally, he moved centrally to close the inside channels and cause Barca's task challenging.”

Vinicius Tensions Revealed

It's clear that the fans love Vinicius, calls for him was chanted multiple times by a fervent Madrid fans.

But multiple countless reports in recent months that Real Madrid would consider allowing his departure if an attractive proposal were to come in.

Vinicius has a year left on his deal when this term concludes, but negotiations for an extension are at a standstill.

His response to being replaced in the second half indicated issues. When the match ended, he was held back as he tried to approach the Barcelona player.

Balague said, He will face backlash for good reason, because it showed a lack of respect for Rodrygo who came on for him.”

However, from a young age, he has existed in a challenging environment, and he feels that everyone is against him.”

“That mentality is hard to change, particularly since you consider yourself on the verge of the top star, and the organization shifts the focus towards Mbappe as the star.”

Recently he believes that the club has not supported him. Reports suggest, perhaps from within, or unchallenged by officials, that they might accept a bid of 250m euros for him and let him go.”

He is aware of this, and when he was taken off – fairly, since he wasn't defending as expected – in Vinicius' head he thinks why always me?.”

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

Their System “Crumbles”

Having triumphed in each of the previous campaign's matches, the latest display represented their uncertain beginning of the season.

Injuries have robbed the Barcelona coach of crucial contributors including Raphinha, Robert Lewandowski plus others, and the approach is failing without them.

Balague stated, The squad seems lack sharpness defensively, not as eager to regain possession, with reduced intensity to get the possession back.”

Opponents find it simpler to attack them. Should the defense is not perfect, like on Mbappe's strike since the defender played him onside, the midfield doesn't assist by teammates not challenging those on the ball as expected.”

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

The big names were below par. Yamal doesn't feel like he's in good form, perhaps he's suffering from injury issues