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The match represented nearly a perfect day from Xabi Alonso's squad, who beat Barca by a 2-1 scoreline in the famous derby and stretch the gap at the top in the domestic championship to five points.

Bellingham got his inaugural domestic strike and assist this term after a difficult few months coming back from a shoulder operation.

Mbappe continued his clinical form when scoring, while Alonso's tactics during his debut derby as coach proved perfectly.

Yet the Vinicius Junior question came to the forefront yet again.

Frustrated at his substitution, the Brazilian winger protested as he walked directly past the coach and stormed to the dressing room, then coming back on the sidelines later.

Tactical Setup Delivers Success from the Midfielder

In his first derby, this wasn't a bad one, considering the majority of Madrid's previous eight managers lost their first La Liga match against Barcelona.

Following the laissez-faire style from the previous coach fell short in the previous campaign, the new tactical system produced a significant outcome.

Spanish football analyst commented, His plan was perfect. The home side were impressive, and Barca didn't play well due to the home team's approach.”

Defensively, they pushed up as much as possible, if overcome, they tracked back with discipline, all players even Vinicius.”

Their defensive setup with two banks with a gap of a short distance. The opposition were unable to break through.”

The tactical change seems positive for Jude, as he last season was essentially asked to cover multiple roles in midfield and additional duties.

In the lineup the 22-year-old played on the right, however he had the freedom to drift inward and assist the attack or get into scoring positions.

Balague stated, “By using Camavinga in the center, this provides greater energy and more ways to close down the passing lanes.”

“That forced the team to put Jude wide right. Certainly he was instructed to track the forward's positioning in possession with room, connecting with him repeatedly.”

His instructions included to get into the box and position himself near the edge of the box, his most effective zone. He also came inside to cut off passing options and cause Barcelona's life tough.”

Strained Relations Exposed

It's clear that Madridistas are fond of the Brazilian, his name rang out on several occasions by the passionate home supporters.

However multiple various accounts over the past period that Real Madrid could entertain letting him leave should a suitable bid arrived.

He will have a year left on his deal come the end of the season, but discussions on a renewal have not progressed.

His response to being replaced late in the game indicated strained relations. When the match ended, he was held back as he attempted to confront Lamine Yamal.

Balague commented, Many will criticize him for good reason, since it displayed poor sportsmanship for Rodrygo who came on for him.”

Yet, growing up, he has existed in a challenging environment, and he believes that the world is hostile.”

This mindset is hard to change, especially when you consider yourself near the top star, but the team shifts the focus in favor of Mbappe as the main man.”

During this campaign he has perceived that the club isn't protecting him. There are stories, possibly leaked by the club, or unchallenged by officials, that they would be open a bid of 250m euros for his transfer and allow him to leave.”

He is aware of this, and after he was taken off – fairly, since he wasn't defending as he should – in his mind he questions why single me out?’.”

Building bridges will be tough to build a bridge between the club and Vinicius now.”

Barcelona Style “Falls Apart”

Having triumphed in all four of last season's Clasicos, the latest display highlighted Barca's shaky beginning of the season.

Absences have robbed the Barcelona coach of crucial contributors such as Raphinha, Robert Lewandowski plus others, and his system isn't working in their absence.

The expert stated, The squad seems are slightly off when not in possession, not as eager to regain possession, less aggressive in pressing.”

Opponents find it simpler to create chances against them. If the defensive line is flawed, like on the Mbappe goal as Balde failed to step up, they are not helped by teammates failing to press opponents in possession as expected.”

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

“Their stars were below par. The youngster doesn't feel like he is at his best, maybe due to injury issues