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The match represented nearly a flawless day from the Madrid side, as they defeated their arch-rivals by a 2-1 scoreline in the Clasico to extend their lead in first place in the Spanish league by five points.

The English midfielder scored his first league goal and key pass this term following a difficult spell recovering from surgery on his shoulder.

Kylian Mbappe maintained his lethal form in attack, while the coach's game plan during his debut Clasico on the sidelines proved perfectly.

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

Frustrated at being substituted, the star forward ranted on his way straight past the coach before stormed off the pitch, then coming back to the substitute area after a short while.

Manager's Approach Gets Positive Outcomes for Jude Bellingham

As first Clasicos go, Alonso did well, considering the majority of Real's recent bosses were defeated in their initial league meeting with Barca.

After the player-focused approach of Carlo Ancelotti failed to get results last season, Alonso's positional game-model delivered a significant outcome.

A specialist commented, The strategy worked brilliantly. Madrid were very good, while the visitors didn't play well due to Madrid's tactics.”

“Without the ball, they applied pressure for as long as they could, and when bypassed, they fell back in an organised way, everybody even Vinicius.”

The team's shape in two lines spaced by a short distance. Barca struggled to penetrate.”

This approach seems positive for the midfielder, who last season had been tasked to do everything in the center and additional duties.

On paper Bellingham played on the right, however he was allowed to come inside and either assist the attack or enter the box.

The expert added, With Eduardo Camavinga in central midfield, this provides increased movement and additional options to shut down the passing lanes.”

As a result them to deploy Bellingham on the right-hand side. Undoubtedly he would have been asked to keep an eye on the runs of Mbappe in possession and had space, and he located him a few times.”

His instructions included to enter the area and position himself near the edge of the box, where he poses a threat. Additionally, he moved centrally to close the inside channels and cause Barca's task tough.”

Strained Relations Laid Bare

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

Yet multiple various accounts in recent months that the club would consider selling him should a suitable bid arrived.

The winger has one year remaining under his current terms come the end of the season, yet discussions on a renewal are at a standstill.

The player's reaction after coming off in the second half indicated strained relations. Post-game, teammates intervened when he moved toward the Barcelona player.

The analyst commented, Many will criticize him and justifiably, because it showed disrespect for the substitute who replaced him.”

“But since being a kid, he has existed amid adversity, and he believes that everyone is against him.”

“That mentality is hard to change, particularly since you feel close to being number one in the world, then the club redirects attention to Mbappe as the key figure.”

Recently he believes that the organization isn't protecting him. Reports suggest, potentially club-sourced, or with the club not denying it, that they would be open if someone paid a quarter-billion euros for him and sell him.”

“He feels all that, so when he was taken off – reasonably, since he wasn't defending as required – in Vinicius' head he questions why single me out?’.”

It may be challenging to reconcile with the club and the player currently.”

Barca's Approach “Falls Apart”

Having triumphed in each of the previous campaign's matches, Sunday's performance highlighted Barca's shaky early form.

Absences have deprived the manager of key players including the Brazilian winger, the striker plus others, and the approach isn't working in their absence.

Balague said, “It's like the whole team are slightly off without the ball, with less desire to win it back, softer to get the possession back.”

“It's easier to create chances against them. If the defensive line is not perfect, which was the case the Mbappe goal because Alejandro Balde played him onside, they receive little support from the attack not challenging the ball-carrier as expected.”

Lamine Yamal, the main threat in previous meetings, was well contained.

“Their stars did not perform well. The youngster seems not in top condition, maybe due to groin problems