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This proved to be nearly a flawless performance for the Madrid side, as they defeated Barca by a 2-1 scoreline in the famous derby and extend their advantage at the summit of the Spanish league by five points.

Bellingham got his inaugural league goal and assist this term following a challenging period healing from a shoulder operation.

The French forward showed his deadly form in front of goal, while the manager's strategy in his first Clasico as coach proved perfectly.

But then the Brazilian's situation reared its head yet again.

Dissatisfied with coming off, the star forward complained as he walked straight past his manager before stormed down the tunnel, before coming back to the bench several minutes.

Tactical Setup Yields Results from Bellingham

In his first derby, it was a solid start, given that seven of Real's previous eight bosses were defeated in their debut La Liga encounter against their rivals.

Following the laissez-faire style under Ancelotti failed to get results in the previous campaign, Alonso's positional game-model produced a significant outcome.

A specialist commented, His plan was perfect. Madrid were very good, and Barcelona were off-color due to what Real Madrid were doing.”

When not in possession, they pushed up as much as possible, and if they were beaten, they retreated in a structured manner, all players including the forward.”

“They defended in two layers spaced by a short distance. The opposition were unable to break through.”

This approach looks to be positive for Bellingham, as he last season was expected to carry the midfield in the center and additional duties.

In the lineup the 22-year-old was positioned on the right, but actually he was allowed to drift inward and link with Mbappe or enter the box.

The expert added, “By using Eduardo Camavinga in the center, this provides greater energy and additional options to shut down the passing lanes.”

As a result them to position Bellingham on the right flank. Undoubtedly he was instructed to monitor the runs of Mbappe in possession and had space, connecting with him a few times.”

He was told to get into the box and position himself near the outskirts of the area, where he is very dangerous. He also drifted in to close the inside channels creating Barcelona's life challenging.”

Strained Relations Laid Bare

There's no doubting that Madridistas adore Vinicius, his name rang out repeatedly by an enthusiastic Madrid fans.

However multiple countless reports lately that the club could entertain letting him leave if an attractive proposal were to come in.

Vinicius will have one year remaining on his deal at the end of the campaign, but talks over a new deal have not progressed.

Vinicius' behavior when substituted in the second half indicated tension. When the match ended, teammates intervened when he moved toward Yamal.

The expert commented, Many will criticize him for good reason, as it demonstrated poor sportsmanship for Rodrygo taking his place.”

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

This mindset is hard to change, especially when you believe on the verge of number one in the world, but the team drives the axis to Mbappe as the star.”

“This season he believes that Real Madrid has not supported him. Rumors indicate, possibly leaked by the club, or not denied by the club, that they wouldn't be unhappy an offer worth €250 million to sign him and sell him.”

He is aware of this, and when the coach substituted him – reasonably, since he wasn't defending as expected – in Vinicius' head he thinks ‘why me, why me again?.”

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

Their System “Struggles”

Having triumphed in all four of recent matches, the latest display represented Barcelona's unconvincing beginning of the season.

Absences have deprived Hansi Flick of crucial contributors such as Raphinha, Robert Lewandowski and Olmo, and the approach is not effective when they are missing.

The expert stated, The squad seems are slightly off without the ball, not as eager to regain possession, softer to get the possession back.”

They are more vulnerable to attack them. When the backline is not organized, which was the case Mbappe's strike as Balde failed to step up, the midfield doesn't assist by the midfield and forwards not challenging those on the ball as expected.”

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

The big names did not perform well. Yamal seems not he is at his best, maybe due to a groin issue