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It was practically a perfect day for Xabi Alonso's squad, who overcame Barcelona by a 2-1 scoreline during the Clasico to stretch their lead at the summit of the domestic championship to five points.

Bellingham notched his inaugural goal in the league and assist this campaign after a difficult spell recovering from shoulder surgery.

The French forward continued his deadly touch in front of goal, while the coach's game plan during his debut derby on the sidelines proved brilliantly.

Yet the Brazilian's situation came to the forefront another time.

Dissatisfied with coming off, Vinicius complained as he walked directly past Xabi Alonso before stormed to the dressing room, before coming back to the bench several minutes.

Alonso System Gets Results from the Midfielder

As first Clasicos go, it was a solid start, considering seven of Madrid's last eight coaches lost their first La Liga encounter with Barca.

Following the laissez-faire style from the previous coach failed to get results last season, the new tactical system delivered an important victory.

A specialist commented, “He got it spot on. The home side were very good, and the visitors were off-color because of Madrid's tactics.”

Defensively, they applied pressure consistently, if overcome, they retreated in a structured manner, all players including Vinicius.”

Their defensive setup in two lines spaced by five to 10 metres. Barcelona were unable to break through.”

This approach appears to be positive for Jude, as he last season was essentially asked to do everything in midfield and beyond.

In the lineup Bellingham was positioned on the right, however he had the freedom to drift inward and either support Mbappe or get into scoring positions.

The analyst stated, “By using Camavinga in the center, you get greater energy and better ability to close down the passing lanes.”

As a result them to position Bellingham on the right-hand side. Undoubtedly his role included to keep an eye on the forward's positioning on the ball and had space, connecting with him on several occasions.”

His instructions included to move into the penalty area and operate on just outside the box, where he poses a threat. Additionally, he moved centrally to cut off passing options and cause the opponent's play challenging.”

Strained Relations Laid Bare

Undoubtedly that supporters love Vinicius, his name rang out on several occasions by a fervent home supporters.

Yet recently there were numerous stories lately that Los Blancos might think about letting him leave if the right offer arrived.

Vinicius has one season to go under his current terms come the end of the season, yet negotiations for an extension are at a standstill.

Vinicius' behavior after coming off in the second half indicated tension. When the match ended, he had to be restrained when he moved toward Yamal.

The expert commented, “Everyone will have a go at him and rightly so, as it demonstrated a lack of respect for Rodrygo who replaced him.”

However, from a young age, his life has been in a hostile world, and perceives that he faces opposition.”

“That mentality is hard to change, notably when you believe on the verge of the top star, but the team redirects attention towards Mbappe as the key figure.”

“This season he believes that the organization isn't protecting him. Reports suggest, possibly leaked by the club, or unchallenged by officials, that they wouldn't be unhappy if someone paid €250 million for his transfer and let him go.”

He is aware of this, and when Alonso subbed him – justifiably, since he wasn't defending as required – in Vinicius' head he questions why single me out?’.”

Building bridges will be tough to mend relations with the club and Vinicius currently.”

Barcelona Style “Struggles”

Having triumphed in each of the recent matches, this outing highlighted Barcelona's unconvincing early form.

Injuries have robbed the Barcelona coach of important stars such as Raphinha, the striker and Dani Olmo, and his system isn't working without them.

The expert said, “It's like the whole team lack sharpness without the ball, with less desire to win it back, less aggressive in pressing.”

They are more vulnerable to create chances against them. If the defensive line is not perfect, as it wasn't the Mbappe goal since the defender played him onside, the midfield doesn't assist by the midfield and forwards not closing down opponents in possession as well as they should.”

Lamine Yamal, the main threat earlier, was well contained.

Key players were below par. The youngster appears he's in good form, maybe due to a groin issue