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It was nearly a flawless performance for Xabi Alonso's squad, as they defeated Barcelona by a 2-1 scoreline during the famous derby and extend the gap at the top in the domestic championship to five points.

The English midfielder notched his inaugural league goal along with assist this campaign after a challenging few months recovering from shoulder surgery.

Kylian Mbappe continued his deadly touch in front of goal, while the manager's strategy during his debut derby in the dugout worked like a charm.

But then the Vinicius Junior question came to the forefront yet again.

Frustrated at coming off, Vinicius ranted as he walked straight past his manager before marched down the tunnel, before reappearing on the sidelines several minutes.

Manager's Approach Delivers Positive Outcomes from Jude Bellingham

In his first derby, Alonso did well, especially since seven of Madrid's recent bosses lost their initial league encounter against Barca.

After the laissez-faire method under Ancelotti did not deliver earlier, Alonso's positional game-model yielded a significant outcome.

An expert commented, The strategy worked brilliantly. Madrid performed excellently, and the visitors struggled because of what Real Madrid were doing.”

When not in possession, they applied pressure consistently, if overcome, they retreated with discipline, all players even the forward.”

The team's shape with two banks spaced by a short distance. Barca struggled to penetrate.”

The tactical change appears to be positive for Jude, who previously was expected to cover multiple roles in the center and additional duties.

Theoretically the young star started wide right, but actually he was allowed to come inside and support Mbappe or crash the penalty area.

The expert continued, Employing Eduardo Camavinga in central midfield, you get greater energy and more ways to close down the spaces.”

“That forced them to position Bellingham on the right-hand side. I'm sure he would have been asked to monitor Mbappe's movements when he had the ball and had space, connecting with him on several occasions.”

His instructions included to get into the box and operate on the outskirts of the area, where he is very dangerous. Additionally, he moved centrally to cut off passing options creating the opponent's play tough.”

Strained Relations Laid Bare

There's no doubting that the fans are fond of the Brazilian, his name was chanted on several occasions by an enthusiastic home supporters.

However recently there were countless reports over the past period that Real Madrid would consider allowing his departure if an attractive proposal was made.

He will have one year remaining on his deal when this term concludes, but discussions on a renewal have stalled.

The player's reaction when substituted with 20 minutes left indicated issues. Post-game, teammates intervened as he attempted to confront the Barcelona player.

The expert noted, “Everyone will have a go at him and rightly so, as it demonstrated poor sportsmanship toward his replacement who came on for him.”

However, from a young age, he has existed in a hostile world, and perceives that the world is hostile.”

Such thinking is hard to change, particularly since you feel close to being the top star, and the organization drives the axis in favor of Mbappe as the star.”

“This season he believes that Real Madrid has not supported him. Reports suggest, possibly leaked by the club, or unchallenged by officials, that they wouldn't be unhappy an offer worth 250m euros to sign him and let him go.”

This affects him, and after the coach substituted him – fairly, since he wasn't defending as required – to him he questions why always me?.”

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

Their System “Struggles”

Having triumphed in all four of recent Clasicos, the latest display highlighted Barcelona's unconvincing early form.

Absences have left without the manager of key players such as Raphinha, Lewandowski plus others, and the tactical setup isn't working when they are missing.

The expert stated, Barcelona appear is a little bit less sharp without the ball, not as eager to regain possession, softer in pressing.”

They are more vulnerable to break them down. If the defensive line is not perfect, which was the case the first goal because Alejandro Balde kept him onside, they receive little support by teammates not closing down those on the ball as expected.”

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

Key players were below par. Yamal appears he is at his best, maybe due to groin problems