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It was nearly an ideal day from Xabi Alonso's squad, who beat their arch-rivals 2-1 in the famous derby and increase their lead in first place of the domestic championship by five points.

Bellingham scored his inaugural goal in the league along with key pass this campaign after a challenging spell recovering from shoulder surgery.

The French forward showed his lethal performance in front of goal, while Alonso's tactics during his debut derby on the sidelines worked like a charm.

Yet the Brazilian's situation emerged again yet again.

Dissatisfied at coming off, the star forward ranted on his way directly past the coach before stormed to the dressing room, then coming back to the bench after a short while.

Alonso System Yields Results for Bellingham

For a debut Clasico, this wasn't a bad one, especially since seven of Real's last eight bosses were defeated in their first La Liga meeting with Barca.

Following the relaxed style of Carlo Ancelotti did not deliver in the previous campaign, the new tactical system produced a significant outcome.

Spanish football analyst observed, The strategy worked brilliantly. Real Madrid performed excellently, and Barcelona struggled due to what Real Madrid were doing.”

Defensively, they applied pressure as much as possible, if overcome, they tracked back in a structured manner, all players even Vinicius.”

Their defensive setup in two layers spaced by a short distance. The opposition could not find a way through.”

The new system looks to be beneficial for the midfielder, as he previously had been tasked to do everything in midfield and beyond.

Theoretically Bellingham was positioned on the right, however he had the freedom to come inside and assist the attack or enter the box.

Balague added, Employing Camavinga in the center, you get greater energy and better ability to close down the channels.”

“That forced them to put Bellingham wide right. Undoubtedly he would have been asked to track the runs of Mbappe when he had the ball with room, connecting with him on several occasions.”

His instructions included to enter the area and position himself near the outskirts of the area, where he is very dangerous. He also came inside to block central spaces and cause Barcelona's life challenging.”

Vinicius Tensions Revealed

There's no doubting that the fans adore Vinicius, his chant was chanted repeatedly by an enthusiastic home supporters.

However recently there were countless reports lately that Los Blancos could entertain letting him leave should a suitable bid was made.

The winger has one year remaining under his current terms when this term concludes, yet discussions on a renewal are at a standstill.

The player's reaction to being replaced with 20 minutes left suggested tension. After the full-time whistle, he was held back as he attempted to confront Lamine Yamal.

The expert said, He will face backlash for good reason, because it showed poor sportsmanship for the substitute taking his place.”

However, from a young age, he has lived in a challenging environment, and he feels that he faces opposition.”

“That mentality is difficult to shake, especially when you feel on the verge of number one in the world, but the team redirects attention in favor of Mbappe as the star.”

“This season he believes that Real Madrid isn't protecting him. Rumors indicate, perhaps from within, or unchallenged by officials, that they would be open an offer worth 250m euros for him and allow him to leave.”

He is aware of this, so when the coach substituted him – reasonably, since he wasn't defending as expected – in his mind he thinks why single me out?’.”

“It will be difficult to mend relations between the club and the player now.”

Barcelona Style “Struggles”

Having triumphed in each of the last season's derbies, this outing was emblematic of Barca's shaky start to the campaign.

Fitness issues have left without Hansi Flick of key players including Raphinha, the striker and Dani Olmo, and the tactical setup is failing without them.

The analyst commented, Barcelona appear lack sharpness defensively, with less desire to win it back, with reduced intensity to get the possession back.”

Opponents find it simpler to break them down. If the defensive line is flawed, as it wasn't the Mbappe goal as Balde kept him onside, the midfield doesn't assist by teammates not closing down the ball-carrier adequately.”

Lamine Yamal, the main threat of Real last season, was neutralized.

The big names were below par. The youngster seems not he is at his best, maybe due to groin problems