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It was practically a perfect outing from Real Madrid, who overcame Barca by a 2-1 scoreline during the Clasico to stretch the gap at the top in the Spanish league to five points.

Bellingham scored his inaugural goal in the league along with key pass this term after a tough few months coming back from surgery on his shoulder.

The French forward maintained his lethal touch in attack, and the manager's strategy in his inaugural El Clasico in the dugout proved like a charm.

But then the Vinicius Junior question reared its head yet again.

Unhappy at being substituted, the Brazilian winger complained as he walked right by his manager before marched off the pitch, before reappearing to the substitute area several minutes.

Manager's Approach Gets Results from the Midfielder

As first Clasicos go, Alonso did well, especially since seven of Real's last eight managers lost their first league encounter with Barca.

Following the relaxed approach from the previous coach fell short earlier, the new tactical system yielded its first major result.

An expert noted, His plan was perfect. Madrid were impressive, while the visitors were off-color because of Madrid's tactics.”

Defensively, they pressed high consistently, and when bypassed, they tracked back in an organised way, all players even Vinicius.”

“They defended in two lines with a gap of five to 10 metres. The opposition were unable to break through.”

The new system seems good news for Bellingham, as he in the past had been tasked to carry the midfield in the center and additional duties.

On paper the 22-year-old started wide right, but actually he could to drift inward and either assist the attack or get into scoring positions.

Balague added, Employing Eduardo Camavinga in the center, this provides greater energy and more ways to close down the passing lanes.”

This led to them to put Bellingham on the right flank. I'm sure he was instructed to keep an eye on the runs of Mbappe on the ball and found openings, connecting with him on several occasions.”

His instructions included to enter the area and operate on just outside the box, where he is very dangerous. He also came inside to close the inside channels and cause Barcelona's life tough.”

Strained Relations Exposed

It's clear that Madridistas adore Vinicius, calls for him rang out repeatedly by the passionate home supporters.

But recently there were countless reports in recent months that the club might think about allowing his departure if the right offer arrived.

Vinicius has one year remaining on his deal at the end of the campaign, but talks over a new deal have not progressed.

Vinicius' behavior to being replaced with 20 minutes left spoke of issues. After the full-time whistle, teammates intervened when he moved toward the Barcelona player.

The expert noted, “Everyone will have a go at him and justifiably, since it displayed disrespect for Rodrygo taking his place.”

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

“That mentality is hard to change, notably when you believe near number one in the world, then the club drives the axis to Mbappe as the star.”

Recently he has perceived that the organization isn't protecting him. There are stories, potentially club-sourced, or with the club not denying it, that they wouldn't be unhappy an offer worth €250 million for him and allow him to leave.”

“He feels all that, and after the coach substituted him – reasonably, as he ceased tracking back as he should – to him he says why single me out?’.”

“It will be difficult to build a bridge between the club and Vinicius now.”

Barca's Approach “Falls Apart”

After winning each of the last season's Clasicos, the latest display highlighted their uncertain beginning of the season.

Absences have left without the manager of key players including the Brazilian winger, the striker and Dani Olmo, and the approach is not effective when they are missing.

Balague stated, The squad seems are slightly off when not in possession, not as eager to regain possession, softer in pressing.”

“It's easier to create chances against them. Should the defense is not organized, which was the case Mbappe's strike as Balde failed to step up, the midfield doesn't assist from the attack failing to press the ball-carrier as expected.”

Lamine Yamal, the main threat in previous meetings, was neutralized.

The big names weren't at their best. Lamine doesn't feel like he's in good form, perhaps he's suffering from a groin issue