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It was nearly a flawless day for Xabi Alonso's squad, who beat Barca by a 2-1 scoreline during the famous derby to extend their advantage at the top of the Spanish league to five points.

Jude Bellingham got his first league goal along with assist of the season after a tough period healing from a shoulder operation.

Mbappe maintained his deadly form in attack, while the manager's strategy in his first derby on the sidelines functioned brilliantly.

Yet the issue surrounding Vinicius came to the forefront yet again.

Dissatisfied with coming off, the star forward complained while walking directly past Xabi Alonso and headed to the dressing room, then reappearing to the bench after a short while.

Tactical Setup Yields Positive Outcomes from Bellingham

In his first derby, Alonso did well, especially since the majority of Madrid's previous eight coaches lost their initial La Liga encounter with their rivals.

After the relaxed approach under Ancelotti did not deliver in the previous campaign, his structured approach produced a significant outcome.

A specialist observed, The strategy worked brilliantly. Real Madrid performed excellently, while Barcelona struggled due to Madrid's tactics.”

“Without the ball, they applied pressure as much as possible, and if they were beaten, they retreated in an organised way, all players including the forward.”

Their defensive setup in two layers with a gap of a short distance. Barcelona were unable to break through.”

The new system seems beneficial for Jude, who in the past had been tasked to do everything in the engine room and additional duties.

On paper Bellingham played on the right, but in practice he had the freedom to move centrally and either support Mbappe or crash the penalty area.

The analyst continued, “By using Eduardo Camavinga in the middle, you get greater energy and more ways to close down the spaces.”

“That forced the team to position Bellingham on the right flank. Certainly his role included to keep an eye on Mbappe's movements in possession and had space, connecting with him repeatedly.”

“He was asked to get into the box and operate on the outskirts of the area, where he is very dangerous. He also came inside to block central spaces and cause Barca's task very difficult.”

Conflict Issues Laid Bare

There's no doubting that supporters adore Vinicius, his chant were sung repeatedly by an enthusiastic home supporters.

Yet recently there were numerous stories over the past period that Real Madrid might think about allowing his departure should a suitable bid were to come in.

The winger has one season to go under his current terms when this term concludes, but discussions on a renewal have not progressed.

The player's reaction when substituted with 20 minutes left suggested issues. When the match ended, he had to be restrained as he tried to approach Yamal.

Balague said, Many will criticize him for good reason, as it demonstrated a lack of respect for Rodrygo who came on for him.”

However, from a young age, he has lived in a hostile world, and he feels that everyone is against him.”

“That mentality is difficult to shake, especially when you feel on the verge of the best player, then the club drives the axis to Mbappe as the star.”

During this campaign he believes that the club isn't protecting him. Rumors indicate, possibly leaked by the club, or not denied by the club, that they would be open if someone paid a quarter-billion euros for him and allow him to leave.”

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

It may be challenging to mend relations among the parties and the player currently.”

Their System “Struggles”

Following victories in all four of recent derbies, the latest display highlighted their uncertain beginning of the season.

Fitness issues have left without the Barcelona coach of important stars such as Raphinha, the striker plus others, and his system is not effective when they are missing.

Balague said, The squad seems lack sharpness when not in possession, less hungry to recover it, softer in pressing.”

Opponents find it simpler to attack them. When the backline is flawed, which was the case the Mbappe goal because Alejandro Balde kept him onside, they receive little support by teammates failing to press opponents in possession adequately.”

The young talent, the main threat earlier, was neutralized.

Key players did not perform well. The youngster seems not in top condition, possibly because of injury issues