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The match represented practically a flawless day for Real Madrid, who beat their arch-rivals 2-1 during the famous derby to increase the gap at the top of La Liga with a five-point cushion.

Bellingham notched his maiden league goal and assist this campaign following a challenging few months recovering from surgery on his shoulder.

Kylian Mbappe maintained his deadly touch in front of goal, while the manager's strategy during his debut derby on the sidelines proved like a charm.

However the Brazilian's situation came to the forefront yet again.

Unhappy with coming off, the star forward ranted on his way right by his manager and headed off the pitch, then coming back on the sidelines later.

Manager's Approach Gets Positive Outcomes from Bellingham

For a debut Clasico, Alonso did well, given that the majority of Madrid's recent managers lost their initial La Liga meeting with Barcelona.

Following the relaxed approach under Ancelotti did not deliver in the previous campaign, the new tactical system delivered a significant outcome.

An expert noted, The strategy worked brilliantly. The home side were very good, while Barca were off-color due to Madrid's tactics.”

When not in possession, they pushed up consistently, and if they were beaten, they fell back with discipline, everybody including Vinicius.”

The team's shape with two banks with a gap of a short distance. The opposition were unable to break through.”

The tactical change appears to be good news for Jude, as he previously had been tasked to cover multiple roles in midfield and beyond.

On paper the young star played on the right, but actually he was allowed to move centrally and link with Mbappe or get into scoring positions.

The expert stated, With Eduardo Camavinga in central midfield, you get increased movement and additional options to close down the passing lanes.”

As a result the team to position Bellingham on the right flank. Undoubtedly he would have been asked to monitor the forward's positioning in possession with room, and he found him on several occasions.”

His instructions included to enter the area and position himself near the outskirts of the area, where he poses a threat. Additionally, he moved centrally to close the inside channels and cause the opponent's play very difficult.”

Strained Relations Exposed

Undoubtedly that Madridistas love Vinicius, calls for him were sung on several occasions by the passionate Madrid fans.

But recently there were numerous stories lately that Los Blancos could entertain letting him leave if the right offer were to come in.

He will have one year remaining under his current terms come the end of the season, yet talks over a new deal have stalled.

The player's reaction when substituted in the second half suggested issues. Post-game, he was held back as he attempted to confront Yamal.

The expert noted, “Everyone will have a go at him for good reason, because it showed poor sportsmanship toward his replacement taking his place.”

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

“That mentality is hard to change, notably when you feel near number one in the world, but the team drives the axis towards Mbappe as the main man.”

Recently he has perceived that the organization is not defending him. Reports suggest, possibly leaked by the club, or not denied by the club, that they might accept an offer worth 250m euros for him and let him go.”

This affects him, and when Alonso subbed him – reasonably, since he wasn't defending as expected – in his mind he questions why always me?.”

Building bridges will be tough to mend relations with the club and the player at the moment.”

Their System “Struggles”

Having triumphed in each of the previous campaign's derbies, the latest display highlighted Barcelona's unconvincing start to the campaign.

Injuries have deprived the manager of important stars such as Raphinha, the striker plus others, and the tactical setup is failing without them.

Balague stated, The squad seems are slightly off defensively, not as eager to regain possession, less aggressive to get the possession back.”

They are more vulnerable to create chances against them. When the backline is flawed, which was the case the Mbappe goal since the defender played him onside, they receive little support by the midfield and forwards not closing down opponents in possession as expected.”

The young talent, tormentor-in-chief earlier, was kept largely in check.

“Their stars were below par. Yamal seems not he's in good form, maybe due to injury issues