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It was almost a perfect day from the Madrid side, who overcame Barca by a 2-1 scoreline in the famous derby to extend their lead in first place of the Spanish league to five points.

The English midfielder got his maiden domestic strike and key pass this term following a challenging spell coming back from a shoulder operation.

Mbappe continued his deadly form when scoring, and the coach's game plan in his inaugural Clasico as coach proved like a charm.

But then the issue surrounding Vinicius emerged again yet again.

Dissatisfied with being substituted, Vinicius protested on his way directly past the coach and headed off the pitch, before coming back to the bench after a short while.

Tactical Setup Gets Positive Outcomes for Bellingham

For a debut Clasico, it was a solid start, especially since seven of Real's last eight bosses were defeated in their first La Liga match against Barcelona.

Following the laissez-faire approach of Carlo Ancelotti fell short earlier, the new tactical system yielded a significant outcome.

An expert noted, “He got it spot on. Real Madrid were very good, while Barca struggled because of the home team's approach.”

When not in possession, they applied pressure as much as possible, if overcome, they fell back in an organised way, everybody even Vinicius.”

Their defensive setup in two layers separated by a short distance. Barcelona were unable to break through.”

This approach looks to be beneficial for Jude, who last season was expected to do everything in the center and additional duties.

On paper the young star played on the right, however he was allowed to drift inward and link with Mbappe or crash the penalty area.

Balague added, With Eduardo Camavinga in central midfield, this provides increased movement and more ways to close down the channels.”

As a result the team to put Bellingham wide right. Certainly he was instructed to monitor Mbappe's movements in possession and had space, and he found him on several occasions.”

He was told to get into the box and be around the edge of the box, where he poses a threat. Additionally, he moved centrally to close the inside channels and make the opponent's play tough.”

Strained Relations Exposed

It's clear that the fans love Vinicius, his chant were sung repeatedly by the passionate Madrid fans.

Yet there have been numerous stories over the past period that Real Madrid would consider selling him should a suitable bid arrived.

Vinicius has one year remaining on his contract when this term concludes, yet negotiations for an extension have stalled.

The player's reaction when substituted late in the game suggested tension. When the match ended, teammates intervened when he moved toward the Barcelona player.

Balague said, He will face backlash and justifiably, as it demonstrated disrespect for Rodrygo who replaced him.”

Yet, growing up, he has lived in a hostile world, and he believes that everyone is against him.”

“That mentality is hard to change, notably when you feel close to being the top star, then the club redirects attention in favor of Mbappe as the key figure.”

During this campaign he believes that Real Madrid has not supported him. There are stories, perhaps from within, or unchallenged by officials, that they wouldn't be unhappy if someone paid a quarter-billion euros for his transfer and let him go.”

“He feels all that, so when Alonso subbed him – reasonably, because Vinicius stopped dropping back as he should – to him he questions ‘why me, why me again?.”

“It will be difficult to mend relations among the parties and Vinicius currently.”

Barca's Approach “Falls Apart”

Following victories in each of the last season's Clasicos, the latest display was emblematic of their uncertain start to the campaign.

Injuries have robbed Hansi Flick of key players such as Raphinha, Robert Lewandowski and Dani Olmo, and the approach is failing when they are missing.

The analyst commented, The squad seems lack sharpness without the ball, not as eager to regain possession, softer to get the possession back.”

They are more vulnerable to attack them. When the backline is flawed, like on the Mbappe goal since the defender failed to step up, they are not helped by the midfield and forwards not closing down opponents in possession as expected.”

Lamine Yamal, tormentor-in-chief earlier, was well contained.

“Their stars did not perform well. Lamine doesn't feel like he's in good form, possibly because of a groin issue