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This proved to be practically an ideal day from the Madrid side, who overcame Barcelona 2-1 in the famous derby and extend their lead at the summit of La Liga to five points.

Bellingham notched his maiden domestic strike along with key pass this campaign after a difficult spell healing from surgery on his shoulder.

The French forward showed his lethal touch in front of goal, while the manager's strategy in his first derby on the sidelines proved like a charm.

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

Dissatisfied with being substituted, the star forward protested as he walked directly past his manager before stormed off the pitch, before coming back to the substitute area after a short while.

Alonso System Delivers Positive Outcomes for Jude Bellingham

In his first derby, Alonso did well, especially since the majority of Real's previous eight bosses were defeated in their first La Liga meeting with Barca.

Following the relaxed approach from the previous coach failed to get results last season, Alonso's positional game-model yielded its first major result.

An expert noted, His plan was perfect. Madrid were very good, while Barca didn't play well because of Madrid's tactics.”

“Without the ball, they applied pressure as much as possible, if overcome, they retreated with discipline, everybody even the forward.”

Their defensive setup with two banks separated by 5-10 meters. Barcelona were unable to break through.”

The tactical change seems positive for Jude, who previously was essentially asked to do everything in midfield and more.

In the lineup the 22-year-old was positioned on the right, however he had the freedom to come inside and assist the attack or crash the penalty area.

Balague stated, Employing Camavinga in central midfield, it brings increased movement and additional options to close down the channels.”

This led to them to position Jude on the right flank. I'm sure he would have been asked to monitor the runs of Mbappe when he had the ball and found openings, connecting with him a few times.”

“He was asked to enter the area and operate on the outskirts of the area, where he poses a threat. He also drifted in to block central spaces and cause Barca's task challenging.”

Vinicius Tensions Exposed

It's clear that the fans are fond of the Brazilian, his name were sung repeatedly by an enthusiastic Bernabeu crowd.

But there have been numerous stories over the past period that Los Blancos might think about allowing his departure should a suitable bid arrived.

Vinicius has a year left on his contract at the end of the campaign, but negotiations for an extension have stalled.

The player's reaction when substituted in the second half suggested strained relations. Post-game, teammates intervened as he tried to approach Lamine Yamal.

Balague commented, “Everyone will have a go at him and rightly so, as it demonstrated disrespect for Rodrygo who replaced him.”

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

“That mentality is tough to overcome, particularly since you believe near the top star, and the organization redirects attention towards Mbappe as the star.”

“This season he believes that the organization is not defending him. Reports suggest, perhaps from within, or with the club not denying it, that they would be open a bid of 250m euros for his transfer and sell him.”

“He feels all that, and after he was taken off – justifiably, since he wasn't defending as required – in his mind he questions why single me out?’.”

It may be challenging to reconcile with the club and Vinicius now.”

Their System “Crumbles”

Following victories in each of the previous campaign's derbies, the latest display was emblematic of Barca's shaky beginning of the season.

Fitness issues have deprived Hansi Flick of important stars including Raphinha, Robert Lewandowski and Dani Olmo, and the tactical setup is failing without them.

The expert commented, Barcelona appear are slightly off without the ball, with less desire to win it back, softer in pressing.”

“It's easier to attack them. If the defensive line is not perfect, which was the case the first goal as Balde failed to step up, they are not helped from the attack not challenging opponents in possession as well as they should.”

Yamal, who troubled Madrid earlier, was neutralized.

The big names weren't at their best. The youngster doesn't feel like he is at his best, maybe due to injury issues