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The match represented practically a perfect outing from Real Madrid, as they defeated Barcelona 2-1 during El Clasico to extend their lead at the summit in the domestic championship to five points.

Bellingham scored his inaugural league goal and setup of the season after a difficult period coming back from surgery on his shoulder.

Kylian Mbappe showed his clinical form when scoring, and the coach's game plan during his debut derby in the dugout proved like a charm.

Yet the issue surrounding Vinicius reared its head yet again.

Dissatisfied with his substitution, Vinicius ranted on his way straight past the coach before headed to the dressing room, before coming back on the sidelines several minutes.

Tactical Setup Delivers Results for the Midfielder

As first Clasicos go, this wasn't a bad one, considering the majority of Real's previous eight managers were defeated in their debut La Liga meeting against Barcelona.

Following the relaxed approach from the previous coach fell short earlier, Alonso's positional game-model yielded its first major result.

Spanish football analyst commented, His plan was perfect. The home side were impressive, while Barca were off-color because of the home team's approach.”

Defensively, they applied pressure for as long as they could, and when bypassed, they tracked back with discipline, everybody including Vinicius.”

Their defensive setup in two lines spaced by a short distance. Barcelona were unable to break through.”

The new system looks to be beneficial for the midfielder, as he in the past was expected to carry the midfield in the engine room and more.

Theoretically the 22-year-old played on the right, but in practice he was allowed to move centrally and assist the attack or enter the box.

Balague stated, With Camavinga in central midfield, it brings more dynamism and additional options to close down the channels.”

This led to the team to deploy Jude wide right. Undoubtedly he was instructed to track Mbappe's movements in possession with room, connecting with him a few times.”

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 close the inside channels and cause the opponent's play challenging.”

Strained Relations Exposed

There's no doubting that the fans are fond of the Brazilian, his chant were sung repeatedly by the passionate Bernabeu crowd.

However there have been various accounts in recent months that Real Madrid might think about letting him leave if the right offer were to come in.

The winger will have a year left on his contract come the end of the season, yet talks over a new deal are at a standstill.

His response after coming off with 20 minutes left spoke of issues. After the full-time whistle, he was held back as he attempted to confront Lamine Yamal.

The expert said, He will face backlash and justifiably, as it demonstrated a lack of respect for the substitute taking his place.”

Yet, growing up, he has existed in a challenging environment, and perceives that he faces opposition.”

This mindset is difficult to shake, especially when you feel on the verge of the best player, and the organization drives the axis to Mbappe as the main man.”

“This season he's felt that the club isn't protecting him. Rumors indicate, perhaps from within, or with the club not denying it, that they might accept a bid of €250 million to sign him and let him go.”

He is aware of this, so when Alonso subbed him – reasonably, because Vinicius stopped dropping back as he should – in his mind he questions why single me out?’.”

“It will be difficult to build a bridge among the parties and him at the moment.”

Barcelona Style “Struggles”

Following victories in all four of previous campaign's derbies, this outing highlighted Barcelona's unconvincing early form.

Fitness issues have deprived Hansi Flick of crucial contributors including the Brazilian winger, Lewandowski and Dani Olmo, and his system is not effective when they are missing.

Balague commented, “It's like the whole team lack sharpness without the ball, less hungry to recover it, softer in pressing.”

“It's easier to break them down. If the defensive line is flawed, like on the first goal as Balde kept him onside, they are not helped from the attack not challenging the ball-carrier adequately.”

Yamal, the main threat earlier, was well contained.

Key players weren't at their best. The youngster doesn't feel like in top condition, possibly because of a groin issue