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The match represented practically an ideal outing from Xabi Alonso's squad, who beat Barca 2-1 during El Clasico and stretch their advantage in first place in the Spanish league by five points.

The English midfielder scored his maiden domestic strike along with key pass this campaign after a difficult few months coming back from a shoulder operation.

The French forward maintained his lethal touch when scoring, while the coach's game plan in his inaugural Clasico as coach functioned like a charm.

However the Vinicius Junior question emerged again once more.

Frustrated at his substitution, the star forward ranted while walking directly past his manager before stormed down the tunnel, before reappearing on the sidelines later.

Tactical Setup Gets Positive Outcomes from Bellingham

In his first derby, this wasn't a bad one, given that seven of Real's previous eight coaches were defeated in their debut league encounter with Barcelona.

Following the relaxed method of Carlo Ancelotti failed to get results last season, the new tactical system produced its first major result.

An expert observed, His plan was perfect. Madrid performed excellently, while Barca didn't play well due to Madrid's tactics.”

Defensively, they applied pressure consistently, and when bypassed, they retreated in a structured manner, all players including Vinicius.”

Their defensive setup in two layers with a gap of five to 10 metres. The opposition struggled to penetrate.”

This approach appears to be good news for the midfielder, who in the past was essentially asked to do everything in the center and additional duties.

In the lineup the young star was positioned on the right, but actually he was allowed to drift inward and either assist the attack or get into scoring positions.

The expert continued, With Eduardo Camavinga in central midfield, it brings greater energy and more ways to close down the spaces.”

“That forced them to position Jude on the right flank. Certainly he would have been asked to keep an eye on the forward's positioning when he had the ball with room, connecting with him on several occasions.”

His instructions included to enter the area and be around the edge of the box, where he poses a threat. He also came inside to close the inside channels and cause Barca's task tough.”

Strained Relations Exposed

Undoubtedly that the fans are fond of the Brazilian, his name was chanted repeatedly by an enthusiastic Bernabeu crowd.

However recently there were countless reports over the past period that the club would consider letting him leave if an attractive proposal arrived.

Vinicius has a year left on his deal when this term concludes, yet discussions on a renewal are at a standstill.

Vinicius' behavior when substituted late in the game spoke of issues. When the match ended, he was held back as he attempted to confront Lamine Yamal.

The analyst said, He will face backlash and rightly so, as it demonstrated poor sportsmanship toward his replacement taking his place.”

“But since being a kid, his life has been amid adversity, and he believes that the world is hostile.”

“That mentality is hard to change, notably when you believe close to being the best player, but the team drives the axis towards Mbappe as the main man.”

During this campaign he has perceived that Real Madrid has not supported him. Reports suggest, potentially club-sourced, or unchallenged by officials, that they would be open if someone paid a quarter-billion euros for his transfer and let him go.”

He is aware of this, and after he was taken off – justifiably, as he ceased tracking back as expected – in his mind he thinks why always me?.”

“It will be difficult to build a bridge among the parties and him at the moment.”

Their System “Crumbles”

Following victories in each of the previous campaign's matches, the latest display highlighted Barca's shaky early form.

Absences have robbed the Barcelona coach of important stars such as Raphinha, the striker and Olmo, and the tactical setup is failing in their absence.

The expert commented, The squad seems are slightly off when not in possession, with less desire to win it back, with reduced intensity to reclaim the ball.”

“It's easier to attack them. When the backline is flawed, as it wasn't the first goal since the defender failed to step up, they are not helped by the midfield and forwards failing to press opponents in possession as well as they should.”

The young talent, tormentor-in-chief of Real last season, was well contained.

The big names were below par. Lamine seems not he's in good form, maybe due to a groin issue