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The match represented nearly an ideal performance for Xabi Alonso's squad, who defeated their arch-rivals 2-1 in the Clasico to increase their lead at the top of La Liga with a five-point cushion.

Jude Bellingham notched his first league goal and setup this term after a challenging period recovering from a shoulder operation.

The French forward continued his clinical performance when scoring, while Alonso's tactics in his first El Clasico in the dugout worked like a charm.

However the issue surrounding Vinicius emerged again another time.

Dissatisfied at his substitution, Vinicius protested as he walked straight past Xabi Alonso before stormed to the dressing room, then reappearing on the sidelines later.

Manager's Approach Delivers Results for Bellingham

As first Clasicos go, this wasn't a bad one, considering seven of Madrid's previous eight coaches were defeated in their initial La Liga match with their rivals.

Following the player-focused method of Carlo Ancelotti failed to get results last season, the new tactical system delivered an important victory.

An expert commented, The strategy worked brilliantly. Madrid were very good, while Barca struggled due to the home team's approach.”

Defensively, they pressed high as much as possible, and when bypassed, they fell back in a structured manner, all players even the forward.”

“They defended with two banks with a gap of a short distance. Barca could not find a way through.”

This approach appears to be beneficial for Jude, who last season was expected to do everything in the engine room and more.

In the lineup Bellingham started wide right, however he had the freedom to come inside and assist the attack or get into scoring positions.

Balague continued, With the French midfielder in the center, you get more dynamism and more ways to close down the spaces.”

“That forced the team to position Jude on the right flank. Undoubtedly his role included to track the runs of Mbappe on the ball and found openings, and he located him a few times.”

His instructions included to move into the penalty area and be around the edge of the box, where he poses a threat. Additionally, he moved centrally to cut off passing options and cause Barca's task tough.”

Strained Relations Revealed

It's clear that Madridistas are fond of the Brazilian, calls for him rang out on several occasions by a fervent Madrid fans.

But multiple numerous stories in recent months that Los Blancos would consider allowing his departure if the right offer arrived.

The winger has one season to go on his contract when this term concludes, yet discussions on a renewal have not progressed.

His response when substituted in the second half suggested tension. After the full-time whistle, he was held back as he tried to approach Yamal.

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

“But since being a kid, he has lived amid adversity, and he feels that the world is hostile.”

“That mentality is hard to change, particularly since you believe on the verge of number one in the world, then the club shifts the focus towards Mbappe as the star.”

“This season he has perceived that the club is not defending him. Reports suggest, potentially club-sourced, or unchallenged by officials, that they might accept a bid of €250 million for him and let him go.”

This affects him, and after the coach substituted him – justifiably, as he ceased tracking back as expected – in his mind he says why single me out?’.”

“It will be difficult to mend relations among the parties and the player now.”

Their System “Falls Apart”

After winning all four of last season's Clasicos, Sunday's performance was emblematic of their uncertain early form.

Injuries have left without the manager of important stars including the Brazilian winger, Lewandowski and Olmo, and the approach is failing in their absence.

The analyst stated, The squad seems is a little bit less sharp defensively, with less desire to win it back, with reduced intensity in pressing.”

“It's easier to break them down. Should the defense is not organized, as it wasn't the Mbappe goal as Balde played him onside, they are not helped from the attack not challenging those on the ball adequately.”

Yamal, tormentor-in-chief in previous meetings, was neutralized.

The big names weren't at their best. Lamine seems not he is at his best, perhaps he's suffering from a groin issue