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The match represented nearly a flawless day from the Madrid side, who overcame their arch-rivals 2-1 in the famous derby to stretch their advantage at the summit of La Liga by five points.

Jude Bellingham got his inaugural goal in the league along with setup this campaign after a difficult period recovering from a shoulder operation.

The French forward showed his deadly form when scoring, and Alonso's tactics in his inaugural Clasico in the dugout functioned like a charm.

Yet the Brazilian's situation emerged again once more.

Frustrated with coming off, Vinicius ranted while walking right by the coach before marched down the tunnel, before coming back on the sidelines after a short while.

Alonso System Yields Results from the Midfielder

In his first derby, Alonso did well, considering seven of Real's previous eight coaches were defeated in their initial La Liga meeting with Barcelona.

Following the relaxed method from the previous coach did not deliver last season, the new tactical system produced an important victory.

A specialist commented, “He got it spot on. Real Madrid were very good, and Barcelona struggled due to what Real Madrid were doing.”

When not in possession, they pushed up as much as possible, and if they were beaten, they tracked back in an organised way, everybody even Vinicius.”

“They defended in two layers spaced by a short distance. Barcelona were unable to break through.”

The new system appears to be good news for Jude, as he previously was expected to carry the midfield in midfield and additional duties.

On paper the young star started wide right, but actually he had the freedom to come inside and either link with Mbappe or enter the box.

The analyst continued, “By using Eduardo Camavinga in central midfield, you get increased movement and more ways to block the spaces.”

This led to them to position Jude on the right-hand side. Undoubtedly his role included to monitor the forward's positioning when he had the ball and found openings, connecting with him a few times.”

He was told to get into the box and position himself near the outskirts of the area, where he is very dangerous. He also drifted in to close the inside channels creating Barca's task challenging.”

Strained Relations Revealed

It's clear that Madridistas are fond of the Brazilian, calls for him rang out on several occasions by an enthusiastic home supporters.

However multiple various accounts lately that Los Blancos would consider selling him if an attractive proposal were to come in.

The winger has one year remaining on his deal when this term concludes, yet talks over a new deal have not progressed.

The player's reaction to being replaced in the second half suggested issues. When the match ended, he had to be restrained as he attempted to confront the Barcelona player.

The analyst noted, He will face backlash and justifiably, as it demonstrated disrespect toward his replacement who replaced him.”

Yet, growing up, he has existed in a hostile world, and he feels that he faces opposition.”

“That mentality is tough to overcome, particularly since you consider yourself close to being the top star, but the team redirects attention towards Mbappe as the key figure.”

During this campaign he's felt that the organization has not supported him. There are stories, perhaps from within, or not denied by the club, that they might accept an offer worth a quarter-billion euros to sign him and allow him to leave.”

This affects him, and after the coach substituted him – fairly, because Vinicius stopped dropping back as required – to him he thinks why always me?.”

It may be challenging to build a bridge between the club and Vinicius now.”

Their System “Struggles”

Having triumphed in each of the recent derbies, the latest display highlighted Barcelona's unconvincing early form.

Injuries have left without Hansi Flick of key players such as the Brazilian winger, Robert Lewandowski and Dani Olmo, and the tactical setup is failing when they are missing.

Balague stated, Barcelona appear is a little bit less sharp defensively, not as eager to regain possession, less aggressive to reclaim the ball.”

“It's easier to create chances against them. When the backline is not perfect, as it wasn't the first goal since the defender failed to step up, they are not helped from the attack not closing down opponents in possession adequately.”

Lamine Yamal, the main threat of Real last season, was kept largely in check.

Key players weren't at their best. The youngster seems not he's in good form, possibly because of injury issues