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The match represented practically a flawless outing for the Madrid side, as they defeated Barca 2-1 during El Clasico and increase their lead in first place of the domestic championship with a five-point cushion.

Jude Bellingham scored his maiden league goal and setup of the season following a difficult period recovering from surgery on his shoulder.

The French forward continued his deadly performance in attack, and the coach's game plan in his first derby on the sidelines proved brilliantly.

But then the Brazilian's situation came to the forefront another time.

Unhappy at being substituted, the Brazilian winger ranted while walking directly past the coach before stormed to the dressing room, then coming back to the substitute area after a short while.

Tactical Setup Gets Success from Bellingham

In his first derby, it was a solid start, especially since seven of Real's recent coaches were defeated in their first La Liga match with Barcelona.

Following the player-focused style of Carlo Ancelotti fell short earlier, his structured approach yielded a significant outcome.

A specialist noted, The strategy worked brilliantly. Real Madrid were very good, while the visitors struggled because of what Real Madrid were doing.”

Defensively, they pushed up for as long as they could, if overcome, they fell back with discipline, everybody even Vinicius.”

Their defensive setup in two layers spaced by 5-10 meters. Barcelona could not find a way through.”

This approach seems positive for Bellingham, as he in the past was expected to carry the midfield in midfield and additional duties.

In the lineup the young star was positioned on the right, however he could to come inside and either link with Mbappe or get into scoring positions.

The expert added, With Eduardo Camavinga in the middle, it brings increased movement and better ability to block the passing lanes.”

As a result the team to deploy Bellingham on the right-hand side. Certainly his role included to track the forward's positioning when he had the ball and had space, connecting with him repeatedly.”

He was told to get into the box and position himself near the edge of the box, his most effective zone. He also came inside to close the inside channels creating Barcelona's life very difficult.”

Strained Relations Laid Bare

It's clear that supporters are fond of the Brazilian, his name were sung on several occasions by an enthusiastic home supporters.

But multiple various accounts over the past period that the club could entertain allowing his departure should a suitable bid was made.

Vinicius will have one year remaining on his contract when this term concludes, yet talks over a new deal have not progressed.

Vinicius' behavior when substituted in the second half indicated tension. When the match ended, he had to be restrained as he tried to approach Lamine Yamal.

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

Yet, growing up, he has existed amid adversity, and he feels that the world is hostile.”

“That mentality is tough to overcome, notably when you believe near the best player, then the club redirects attention in favor of Mbappe as the main man.”

“This season he believes that Real Madrid isn't protecting him. Reports suggest, potentially club-sourced, or not denied by the club, that they would be open a bid of €250 million for his transfer and allow him to leave.”

This affects him, so when Alonso subbed him – fairly, since he wasn't defending as expected – in Vinicius' head he says why single me out?’.”

Building bridges will be tough to build a bridge between the club and the player now.”

Barca's Approach “Crumbles”

Following victories in each of the previous campaign's matches, this outing represented Barca's shaky beginning of the season.

Fitness issues have left without the manager of important stars including the Brazilian winger, Robert Lewandowski and Dani Olmo, and the approach is not effective in their absence.

Balague commented, The squad seems are slightly off when not in possession, not as eager to regain possession, less aggressive to reclaim the ball.”

“It's easier to attack them. If the defensive line is flawed, which was the case Mbappe's strike since the defender kept him onside, they are not helped by teammates failing to press opponents in possession adequately.”

The young talent, tormentor-in-chief in previous meetings, was neutralized.

“Their stars did not perform well. Lamine appears he's in good form, maybe due to a groin issue