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This proved to be practically a perfect performance from Real Madrid, as they beat Barcelona two goals to one during the famous derby to extend their lead at the top in the domestic championship to five points.

Bellingham got his first league goal and key pass this campaign following a tough few months coming back from shoulder surgery.

The French forward continued his deadly performance when scoring, while the manager's strategy in his inaugural derby as coach worked brilliantly.

Yet the issue surrounding Vinicius emerged again another time.

Dissatisfied with his substitution, Vinicius complained while walking straight past the coach before stormed down the tunnel, then returning on the sidelines after a short while.

Manager's Approach Delivers Positive Outcomes for Bellingham

In his first derby, Alonso did well, especially since the majority of Real's recent coaches were defeated in their first league meeting against their rivals.

Following the relaxed method of Carlo Ancelotti did not deliver earlier, the new tactical system delivered an important victory.

An expert observed, The strategy worked brilliantly. Real Madrid were very good, and Barcelona struggled because of the home team's approach.”

“Without the ball, they pressed high for as long as they could, if overcome, they tracked back with discipline, all players including Vinicius.”

“They defended with two banks with a gap of five to 10 metres. Barca were unable to break through.”

The tactical change appears to be beneficial for Bellingham, as he previously was expected to do everything in the center and more.

Theoretically the 22-year-old started wide right, but in practice he was allowed to move centrally and either assist the attack or get into scoring positions.

The analyst added, Employing the French midfielder in central midfield, it brings greater energy and more ways to shut down the passing lanes.”

As a result them to deploy Jude on the right flank. Certainly his role included to monitor the runs of Mbappe in possession and found openings, and he located him repeatedly.”

“He was asked to enter the area and operate on just outside the box, where he is very dangerous. He also came inside to block central spaces and cause Barca's task challenging.”

Conflict Issues Exposed

There's no doubting that supporters are fond of the Brazilian, his name was chanted repeatedly by an enthusiastic Bernabeu crowd.

But recently there were numerous stories lately that the club might think about selling him if the right offer arrived.

He has one season to go on his contract when this term concludes, yet discussions on a renewal have stalled.

Vinicius' behavior when substituted with 20 minutes left suggested strained relations. After the full-time whistle, teammates intervened as he attempted to confront the Barcelona player.

The expert noted, He will face backlash and justifiably, since it displayed a lack of respect for Rodrygo who replaced him.”

“But since being a kid, he has lived in a challenging environment, and perceives that he faces opposition.”

“That mentality is hard to change, especially when you consider yourself close to being the top star, but the team shifts the focus in favor of Mbappe as the star.”

“This season he has perceived that the organization isn't protecting him. Rumors indicate, potentially club-sourced, or not denied by the club, that they would be open an offer worth 250m euros for his transfer and sell him.”

This affects him, and when the coach substituted him – fairly, as he ceased tracking back as expected – to him he questions why single me out?’.”

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

Barcelona Style “Struggles”

Following victories in each of the recent derbies, this outing was emblematic of their uncertain start to the campaign.

Absences have robbed Hansi Flick of crucial contributors including the Brazilian winger, Robert Lewandowski and Dani Olmo, and his system is failing when they are missing.

The analyst commented, Barcelona appear is a little bit less sharp without the ball, less hungry to recover it, with reduced intensity to get the possession back.”

“It's easier to create chances against them. Should the defense is not perfect, as it wasn't the Mbappe goal since the defender kept him onside, they are not helped by teammates failing to press those on the ball as well as they should.”

Yamal, the main threat of Real last season, was well contained.

The big names did not perform well. The youngster doesn't feel like in top condition, perhaps he's suffering from groin problems