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The match represented nearly a perfect day from Real Madrid, as they overcame their arch-rivals by a 2-1 scoreline during the famous derby to extend their advantage at the summit of the domestic championship by five points.

Bellingham notched his maiden goal in the league and setup of the season following a tough period coming back from surgery on his shoulder.

The French forward continued his lethal form when scoring, while the manager's strategy during his debut Clasico on the sidelines functioned brilliantly.

But then the Vinicius Junior question came to the forefront once more.

Frustrated at being substituted, the Brazilian winger ranted on his way directly past his manager before stormed off the pitch, then reappearing to the bench after a short while.

Manager's Approach Gets Results from Bellingham

As first Clasicos go, it was a solid start, considering the majority of Madrid's last eight bosses were defeated in their initial league meeting with their rivals.

After the laissez-faire style under Ancelotti did not deliver earlier, the new tactical system produced a significant outcome.

Spanish football analyst observed, The strategy worked brilliantly. Madrid performed excellently, and the visitors didn't play well because of the home team's approach.”

When not in possession, they pressed high consistently, and when bypassed, they retreated in a structured manner, all players including Vinicius.”

The team's shape with two banks spaced by 5-10 meters. Barca struggled to penetrate.”

The tactical change seems positive for Jude, who last season was essentially asked to cover multiple roles in midfield and more.

Theoretically the 22-year-old started wide right, but in practice he could to come inside and either link with Mbappe or crash the penalty area.

The analyst stated, With the French midfielder in the middle, you get greater energy and additional options to block the passing lanes.”

This led to the team to put Bellingham on the right flank. Undoubtedly he would have been asked to track the runs of Mbappe when he had the ball and had space, connecting with him a few times.”

He was told to move into the penalty area and be around just outside the box, his most effective zone. Additionally, he moved centrally to close the inside channels and cause the opponent's play very difficult.”

Conflict Issues Exposed

It's clear that supporters adore Vinicius, calls for him were sung on several occasions by an enthusiastic Bernabeu crowd.

Yet multiple numerous stories lately that Los Blancos would consider allowing his departure if an attractive proposal was made.

The winger will have a year left under his current terms at the end of the campaign, but talks over a new deal have stalled.

Vinicius' behavior to being replaced with 20 minutes left suggested tension. After the full-time whistle, he had to be restrained as he attempted to confront Yamal.

The analyst said, He will face backlash for good reason, because it showed disrespect for the substitute taking his place.”

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

This mindset is tough to overcome, particularly since you believe on the verge of number one in the world, but the team redirects attention in favor of Mbappe as the key figure.”

During this campaign he has perceived that Real Madrid is not defending him. Reports suggest, potentially club-sourced, or not denied by the club, that they might accept if someone paid €250 million for his transfer and allow him to leave.”

This affects him, and when Alonso subbed him – justifiably, since he wasn't defending as required – to him he thinks why single me out?’.”

“It will be difficult to build a bridge among the parties and the player at the moment.”

Their System “Crumbles”

Following victories in each of the last season's derbies, Sunday's performance represented Barca's shaky start to the campaign.

Fitness issues have left without the manager of crucial contributors such as the Brazilian winger, the striker and Olmo, and the tactical setup isn't working without them.

The expert commented, The squad seems is a little bit less sharp without the ball, not as eager to regain possession, softer to reclaim the ball.”

Opponents find it simpler to create chances against them. Should the defense is flawed, as it wasn't the Mbappe goal because Alejandro Balde kept him onside, they receive little support by the midfield and forwards not challenging those on the ball adequately.”

Yamal, who troubled Madrid in previous meetings, was kept largely in check.

The big names were below par. Lamine seems not he's in good form, possibly because of injury issues