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This proved to be practically a perfect day from Real Madrid, as they beat Barcelona by a 2-1 scoreline during El Clasico and increase the gap in first place of La Liga with a five-point cushion.

Bellingham notched his maiden domestic strike and assist of the season following a challenging period coming back from surgery on his shoulder.

The French forward maintained his deadly performance in front of goal, while the coach's game plan in his inaugural Clasico as coach proved like a charm.

But then the issue surrounding Vinicius reared its head once more.

Dissatisfied at coming off, the star forward ranted as he walked right by his manager and marched to the dressing room, then returning to the bench after a short while.

Manager's Approach Gets Positive Outcomes from Jude Bellingham

As first Clasicos go, Alonso did well, especially since the majority of Real's recent managers lost their debut La Liga encounter with Barcelona.

Following the relaxed style from the previous coach fell short last season, his structured approach produced its first major result.

A specialist noted, His plan was perfect. Real Madrid performed excellently, while Barca struggled due to Madrid's tactics.”

“Without the ball, they applied pressure as much as possible, and if they were beaten, they tracked back in a structured manner, all players even Vinicius.”

“They defended in two layers spaced by 5-10 meters. The opposition were unable to break through.”

The tactical change seems good news for Jude, as he previously had been tasked to do everything in the engine room and additional duties.

On paper Bellingham started wide right, but actually he had the freedom to move centrally and either assist the attack or crash the penalty area.

The analyst added, With the French midfielder in the middle, it brings increased movement and better ability to shut down the channels.”

“That forced them to position Jude wide right. Undoubtedly his role included to track the forward's positioning on the ball with room, and he found him on several occasions.”

He was told to enter the area and be around just outside the box, where he poses a threat. Additionally, he moved centrally to close the inside channels and make Barca's task very difficult.”

Strained Relations Revealed

It's clear that Madridistas are fond of the Brazilian, calls for him rang out repeatedly by an enthusiastic Madrid fans.

However recently there were numerous stories in recent months that Real Madrid could entertain allowing his departure if the right offer arrived.

The winger will have one season to go on his deal when this term concludes, yet discussions on a renewal have stalled.

The player's reaction when substituted with 20 minutes left indicated strained relations. Post-game, teammates intervened when he moved toward the Barcelona player.

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

“But since being a kid, he has existed amid adversity, and perceives that he faces opposition.”

Such thinking is tough to overcome, particularly since you believe on the verge of the best player, and the organization redirects attention to Mbappe as the star.”

During this campaign he believes that the club is not defending him. Reports suggest, perhaps from within, or unchallenged by officials, that they would be open if someone paid €250 million for his transfer and let him go.”

He is aware of this, so when the coach substituted him – fairly, as he ceased tracking back as expected – in Vinicius' head he questions why single me out?’.”

It may be challenging to build a bridge between the club and Vinicius at the moment.”

Barcelona Style “Struggles”

Following victories in all four of previous campaign's derbies, this outing was emblematic of Barcelona's unconvincing beginning of the season.

Absences have deprived Hansi Flick of important stars such as Raphinha, Lewandowski and Dani Olmo, and the tactical setup is not effective in their absence.

The expert commented, “It's like the whole team lack sharpness when not in possession, with less desire to win it back, with reduced intensity to reclaim the ball.”

They are more vulnerable to create chances against them. When the backline is flawed, as it wasn't Mbappe's strike as Balde failed to step up, the midfield doesn't assist by the midfield and forwards not closing down opponents in possession as well as they should.”

The young talent, who troubled Madrid earlier, was kept largely in check.

“Their stars did not perform well. The youngster seems not he's in good form, maybe due to groin problems