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The match represented nearly a flawless performance from Xabi Alonso's squad, as they overcame Barca two goals to one in the Clasico to extend their lead at the summit in La Liga by five points.

Bellingham notched his maiden domestic strike and assist this campaign after a difficult period recovering from shoulder surgery.

Kylian Mbappe showed his lethal form in attack, while Alonso's tactics during his debut Clasico on the sidelines worked like a charm.

However the issue surrounding Vinicius reared its head another time.

Frustrated with coming off, the Brazilian winger complained on his way straight past Xabi Alonso and stormed to the dressing room, then returning to the bench several minutes.

Tactical Setup Delivers Positive Outcomes from the Midfielder

In his first derby, Alonso did well, especially since the majority of Real's last eight bosses lost their debut league match against Barca.

Following the laissez-faire method under Ancelotti failed to get results earlier, the new tactical system delivered its first major result.

An expert noted, His plan was perfect. Madrid were very good, while Barca were off-color due to Madrid's tactics.”

When not in possession, they pushed up consistently, if overcome, they fell back in a structured manner, all players even Vinicius.”

“They defended in two layers with a gap of a short distance. Barca struggled to penetrate.”

This approach looks to be positive for the midfielder, who previously was essentially asked to carry the midfield in midfield and additional duties.

In the lineup Bellingham played on the right, but actually he could to drift inward and either support Mbappe or get into scoring positions.

Balague stated, “By using Camavinga in central midfield, this provides more dynamism and additional options to close down the channels.”

As a result the team to deploy Jude wide right. Certainly he was instructed to monitor Mbappe's movements in possession and had space, and he located him repeatedly.”

“He was asked to enter the area and be around just outside the box, where he is very dangerous. He also came inside to close the inside channels and cause the opponent's play very difficult.”

Strained Relations Laid Bare

There's no doubting that Madridistas are fond of the Brazilian, calls for him was chanted multiple times by an enthusiastic Bernabeu crowd.

But recently there were various accounts lately that Los Blancos would consider selling him should a suitable bid arrived.

The winger will have a year left on his contract come the end of the season, but discussions on a renewal have stalled.

Vinicius' behavior to being replaced with 20 minutes left spoke of strained relations. Post-game, teammates intervened as he tried to approach Yamal.

The analyst said, Many will criticize him for good reason, as it demonstrated disrespect toward his replacement who replaced him.”

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

“That mentality is hard to change, notably when you consider yourself on the verge of the best player, and the organization drives the axis towards Mbappe as the key figure.”

“This season he's felt that the club isn't protecting him. Reports suggest, perhaps from within, or unchallenged by officials, that they wouldn't be unhappy an offer worth a quarter-billion euros for his transfer and sell him.”

“He feels all that, so when he was taken off – justifiably, as he ceased tracking back as he should – in Vinicius' head he questions why single me out?’.”

“It will be difficult to build a bridge with the club and him currently.”

Barcelona Style “Falls Apart”

Following victories in all four of previous campaign's matches, Sunday's performance represented Barcelona's unconvincing early form.

Absences have left without the Barcelona coach of crucial contributors including Raphinha, Lewandowski plus others, and the tactical setup is failing in their absence.

Balague commented, The squad seems lack sharpness without the ball, with less desire to win it back, less aggressive to reclaim the ball.”

Opponents find it simpler to create chances against them. When the backline is not perfect, as it wasn't the first goal since the defender kept him onside, they are not helped from the attack not challenging the ball-carrier adequately.”

Yamal, tormentor-in-chief in previous meetings, was neutralized.

The big names were below par. Lamine doesn't feel like he is at his best, perhaps he's suffering from a groin issue