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The match represented nearly a flawless performance for Xabi Alonso's squad, who beat Barca by a 2-1 scoreline during the Clasico and extend their lead at the top of the domestic championship by five points.

The English midfielder notched his first domestic strike and key pass this term following a tough period recovering from shoulder surgery.

Kylian Mbappe showed his deadly performance when scoring, and Alonso's tactics in his first Clasico in the dugout functioned perfectly.

However the Brazilian's situation came to the forefront yet again.

Unhappy with his substitution, the star forward complained as he walked straight past his manager and headed down the tunnel, then returning to the substitute area several minutes.

Manager's Approach Gets Results for Jude Bellingham

In his first derby, this wasn't a bad one, especially since seven of Madrid's recent bosses lost their first La Liga match against Barcelona.

After the player-focused approach from the previous coach failed to get results last season, his structured approach yielded an important victory.

An expert noted, His plan was perfect. Real Madrid were impressive, while Barcelona didn't play well due to the home team's approach.”

“Without the ball, they pressed high consistently, if overcome, they retreated with discipline, all players including the forward.”

Their defensive setup with two banks spaced by a short distance. The opposition could not find a way through.”

This approach seems beneficial for Jude, who in the past was expected to do everything in midfield and additional duties.

On paper the 22-year-old was positioned on the right, however he was allowed to move centrally and either assist the attack or crash the penalty area.

The analyst stated, Employing Camavinga in central midfield, this provides greater energy and more ways to shut down the passing lanes.”

This led to them to put Jude on the right flank. Undoubtedly he would have been asked to keep an eye on the forward's positioning on the ball and found openings, and he located him a few times.”

“He was asked to move into the penalty area and operate on the edge of the box, where he poses a threat. He also drifted in to cut off passing options and make the opponent's play very difficult.”

Conflict Issues Laid Bare

It's clear that the fans adore Vinicius, his chant were sung multiple times by the passionate Madrid fans.

Yet there have been countless reports lately that Los Blancos might think about allowing his departure should a suitable bid arrived.

The winger has one season to go on his deal when this term concludes, yet talks over a new deal are at a standstill.

Vinicius' behavior when substituted in the second half suggested tension. Post-game, he was held back when he moved toward Yamal.

The analyst noted, “Everyone will have a go at him and justifiably, since it displayed disrespect toward his replacement taking his place.”

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

This mindset is difficult to shake, notably when you feel near the best player, then the club drives the axis towards Mbappe as the star.”

“This season he believes that the organization isn't protecting him. Rumors indicate, potentially club-sourced, or with the club not denying it, that they would be open a bid of 250m euros for him and sell him.”

“He feels all that, and after Alonso subbed him – reasonably, since he wasn't defending as expected – in his mind he says why always me?.”

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

Barcelona Style “Crumbles”

After winning each of the recent Clasicos, the latest display highlighted Barca's shaky start to the campaign.

Absences have left without the manager of crucial contributors such as the Brazilian winger, Robert Lewandowski and Olmo, and the approach is not effective in their absence.

The analyst stated, The squad seems are slightly off defensively, less hungry to recover it, with reduced intensity in pressing.”

“It's easier to attack them. When the backline is not organized, which was the case Mbappe's strike since the defender played him onside, they are not helped by teammates failing to press those on the ball as expected.”

Lamine Yamal, tormentor-in-chief earlier, was neutralized.

“Their stars were below par. Yamal seems not he is at his best, possibly because of groin problems