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It was practically an ideal outing from Xabi Alonso's squad, who overcame their arch-rivals 2-1 in the Clasico and increase their lead in first place of the domestic championship to five points.

The English midfielder scored his first goal in the league and key pass this campaign following a tough period healing from shoulder surgery.

Mbappe maintained his deadly form when scoring, while Alonso's tactics in his first derby in the dugout proved like a charm.

But then the Brazilian's situation reared its head once more.

Dissatisfied with being substituted, the Brazilian winger ranted while walking right by his manager before stormed to the dressing room, before coming back to the bench several minutes.

Alonso System Delivers Positive Outcomes from Bellingham

As first Clasicos go, this wasn't a bad one, especially since the majority of Real's recent bosses were defeated in their initial La Liga match with Barcelona.

After the laissez-faire method under Ancelotti fell short last season, his structured approach delivered a significant outcome.

A specialist observed, His plan was perfect. Real Madrid performed excellently, and Barca were off-color due to Madrid's tactics.”

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

Their defensive setup in two layers with a gap of 5-10 meters. The opposition could not find a way through.”

The new system seems positive for Jude, as he in the past had been tasked to cover multiple roles in the engine room and more.

On paper the young star played on the right, but actually he had the freedom to move centrally and link with Mbappe or get into scoring positions.

Balague added, Employing Eduardo Camavinga in central midfield, it brings increased movement and better ability to block the spaces.”

This led to them to position Bellingham on the right-hand side. Undoubtedly his role included to keep an eye on the runs of Mbappe in possession and had space, connecting with him a few times.”

His instructions included to get into the box and be around just outside the box, where he is very dangerous. He also came inside to close the inside channels creating Barcelona's life tough.”

Conflict Issues Revealed

There's no doubting that the fans love Vinicius, his chant was chanted on several occasions by the passionate home supporters.

However there have been countless reports in recent months that the club could entertain selling him should a suitable bid were to come in.

He has one year remaining on his deal come the end of the season, yet talks over a new deal have stalled.

The player's reaction to being replaced late in the game indicated tension. Post-game, he had to be restrained when he moved toward Yamal.

The analyst noted, He will face backlash for good reason, since it displayed a lack of respect for the substitute taking his place.”

“But since being a kid, he has lived in a hostile world, and he believes that he faces opposition.”

This mindset is hard to change, notably when you believe on the verge of number one in the world, but the team drives the axis in favor of Mbappe as the key figure.”

Recently he's felt that the organization has not supported him. There are stories, potentially club-sourced, or not denied by the club, that they wouldn't be unhappy a bid of a quarter-billion euros for his transfer and allow him to leave.”

This affects him, and after Alonso subbed him – justifiably, since he wasn't defending as he should – in his mind he questions why always me?.”

“It will be difficult to reconcile between the club and Vinicius at the moment.”

Their System “Struggles”

Following victories in all four of last season's matches, this outing highlighted their uncertain beginning of the season.

Fitness issues have robbed the manager of important stars including Raphinha, the striker and Dani Olmo, and the tactical setup isn't working in their absence.

The expert stated, Barcelona appear is a little bit less sharp when not in possession, not as eager to regain possession, with reduced intensity to reclaim the ball.”

They are more vulnerable to break them down. Should the defense is not organized, which was the case the first goal because Alejandro Balde failed to step up, the midfield doesn't assist from the attack not closing down opponents in possession adequately.”

Yamal, the main threat of Real last season, was kept largely in check.

Key players weren't at their best. The youngster doesn't feel like in top condition, maybe due to injury issues