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It was almost a perfect day from Xabi Alonso's squad, as they overcame their arch-rivals by a 2-1 scoreline during the famous derby to extend their advantage at the top of the Spanish league to five points.

Bellingham notched his inaugural domestic strike and assist this term after a challenging few months coming back from surgery on his shoulder.

The French forward showed his clinical performance in attack, and Alonso's tactics during his debut derby on the sidelines worked brilliantly.

Yet the issue surrounding Vinicius emerged again once more.

Dissatisfied with his substitution, the Brazilian winger ranted on his way right by the coach before marched down the tunnel, before coming back to the bench after a short while.

Tactical Setup Delivers Success for the Midfielder

As first Clasicos go, it was a solid start, considering the majority of Real's recent bosses were defeated in their first league encounter against Barca.

After the relaxed style of Carlo Ancelotti failed to get results last season, the new tactical system delivered a significant outcome.

A specialist observed, His plan was perfect. Madrid were very good, while the visitors were off-color due to the home team's approach.”

When not in possession, they pushed up as much as possible, and when bypassed, they tracked back in a structured manner, everybody including Vinicius.”

The team's shape with two banks with a gap of a short distance. Barca could not find a way through.”

The new system appears to be good news for Bellingham, who previously had been tasked to do everything in midfield and beyond.

Theoretically Bellingham was positioned on the right, but in practice he had the freedom to come inside and either assist the attack or enter the box.

The expert continued, With the French midfielder in the center, you get increased movement and better ability to close down the spaces.”

This led to the team to put Bellingham on the right flank. Certainly he was instructed to monitor 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 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

There's no doubting that the fans are fond of the Brazilian, his chant was chanted repeatedly by an enthusiastic Bernabeu crowd.

However recently there were numerous stories lately that the club would consider letting him leave if an attractive proposal were to come in.

Vinicius will have a year left on his deal come the end of the season, yet discussions on a renewal are at a standstill.

His response to being replaced in the second half indicated strained relations. After the full-time whistle, he had to be restrained as he attempted to confront the Barcelona player.

Balague said, Many will criticize him for good reason, as it demonstrated a lack of respect for the substitute who replaced him.”

Yet, growing up, he has existed amid adversity, and he believes that he faces opposition.”

“That mentality is tough to overcome, particularly since you consider yourself close to being the best player, but the team drives the axis towards Mbappe as the key figure.”

Recently he has perceived that the organization isn't protecting him. Rumors indicate, potentially club-sourced, or unchallenged by officials, that they would be open if someone paid €250 million to sign him and sell him.”

This affects him, and when the coach substituted him – reasonably, as he ceased tracking back as expected – in Vinicius' head he says ‘why me, why me again?.”

“It will be difficult to build a bridge among the parties and him currently.”

Their System “Crumbles”

Following victories in all four of last season's derbies, the latest display highlighted Barcelona's unconvincing early form.

Fitness issues have left without the Barcelona coach of important stars including Raphinha, Robert Lewandowski and Dani Olmo, and his system is not effective when they are missing.

Balague stated, “It's like the whole team are slightly off defensively, not as eager to regain possession, with reduced intensity in pressing.”

“It's easier to attack them. If the defensive line is flawed, as it wasn't the first goal since the defender played him onside, the midfield doesn't assist by teammates not challenging those on the ball adequately.”

The young talent, who troubled Madrid of Real last season, was neutralized.

The big names weren't at their best. The youngster appears he's in good form, perhaps he's suffering from a groin issue