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The match represented nearly an ideal day for Xabi Alonso's squad, as they defeated Barca 2-1 in the Clasico and stretch the gap at the top of the Spanish league to five points.

The English midfielder notched his maiden goal in the league along with key pass this campaign following a tough spell coming back from a shoulder operation.

The French forward maintained his deadly form in attack, while the coach's game plan in his inaugural derby as coach worked brilliantly.

But then the Brazilian's situation reared its head another time.

Frustrated with his substitution, the star forward protested as he walked straight past Xabi Alonso before marched off the pitch, then coming back on the sidelines several minutes.

Alonso System Delivers Positive Outcomes for Bellingham

As first Clasicos go, Alonso did well, considering seven of Madrid's recent managers lost their debut league meeting against Barcelona.

Following the laissez-faire style of Carlo Ancelotti fell short earlier, Alonso's positional game-model yielded a significant outcome.

A specialist commented, His plan was perfect. Real Madrid were very good, and Barcelona didn't play well due to Madrid's tactics.”

When not in possession, they applied pressure for as long as they could, and if they were beaten, they retreated in a structured manner, all players even Vinicius.”

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

This approach appears to be positive for the midfielder, as he last season was expected to cover multiple roles in the engine room and beyond.

In the lineup the young star started wide right, however he had the freedom to come inside and support Mbappe or get into scoring positions.

The analyst added, Employing the French midfielder in the middle, this provides more dynamism and better ability to close down the passing lanes.”

As a result the team to position Jude on the right-hand side. I'm sure he would have been asked to keep an eye on Mbappe's movements when he had the ball and had space, connecting with him a few times.”

“He was asked to enter the area and position himself near the outskirts of the area, his most effective zone. He also came inside to close the inside channels and make Barca's task challenging.”

Conflict Issues Revealed

It's clear that supporters love Vinicius, calls for him rang out multiple times by a fervent Madrid fans.

But recently there were numerous stories lately that Los Blancos would consider letting him leave should a suitable bid arrived.

He will have one season to go on his contract come the end of the season, but discussions on a renewal are at a standstill.

His response when substituted in the second half spoke of tension. When the match ended, he had to be restrained when he moved toward Lamine Yamal.

The analyst commented, He will face backlash for good reason, as it demonstrated disrespect toward his replacement who replaced him.”

Yet, growing up, he has lived in a challenging environment, and he feels that he faces opposition.”

Such thinking is tough to overcome, notably when you believe close to being the top star, and the organization redirects attention in favor of Mbappe as the star.”

“This season he has perceived that Real Madrid has not supported him. Rumors indicate, potentially club-sourced, or not denied by the club, that they wouldn't be unhappy an offer worth €250 million to sign him and sell him.”

He is aware of this, and after Alonso subbed him – justifiably, since he wasn't defending as he should – to him he questions ‘why me, why me again?.”

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

Barca's Approach “Falls Apart”

Following victories in all four of last season's Clasicos, this outing represented Barca's shaky early form.

Injuries have left without the Barcelona coach of important stars including Raphinha, Lewandowski and Dani Olmo, and his system is not effective in their absence.

The expert commented, The squad seems is a little bit less sharp defensively, with less desire to win it back, softer to get the possession back.”

“It's easier to break them down. Should the defense is not organized, which was the case Mbappe's strike because Alejandro Balde failed to step up, the midfield doesn't assist from the attack failing to press opponents in possession adequately.”

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

The big names did not perform well. Yamal appears he is at his best, possibly because of groin problems