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It was practically a perfect day for Real Madrid, who beat their arch-rivals two goals to one during the famous derby to extend the gap at the top of the domestic championship with a five-point cushion.

Bellingham got his first league goal and key pass this term after a difficult period coming back from shoulder surgery.

Mbappe maintained his deadly performance when scoring, and the manager's strategy in his first derby as coach functioned perfectly.

However the issue surrounding Vinicius emerged again once more.

Frustrated with being substituted, the Brazilian winger protested while walking directly past his manager before headed to the dressing room, before reappearing to the substitute area later.

Manager's Approach Delivers Positive Outcomes for the Midfielder

As first Clasicos go, this wasn't a bad one, especially since seven of Madrid's previous eight managers lost their first La Liga encounter with their rivals.

Following the relaxed method from the previous coach fell short last season, his structured approach produced a significant outcome.

A specialist noted, His plan was perfect. Real Madrid were impressive, and the visitors were off-color due to the home team's approach.”

“Without the ball, they pressed high for as long as they could, if overcome, they fell back in an organised way, all players even Vinicius.”

The team's shape in two lines spaced by five to 10 metres. Barca could not find a way through.”

The new system seems positive for Bellingham, as he in the past was expected to do everything in the center and beyond.

On paper the 22-year-old started wide right, however he was allowed to come inside and link with Mbappe or crash the penalty area.

The analyst continued, “By using the French midfielder in central midfield, you get greater energy and additional options to block the spaces.”

“That forced them to position Jude wide right. Certainly his role included to monitor the runs of Mbappe when he had the ball and found openings, connecting with him a few times.”

“He was asked to move into the penalty area and operate on just outside the box, where he is very dangerous. He also came inside to block central spaces and make the opponent's play challenging.”

Vinicius Tensions Laid Bare

Undoubtedly that supporters adore Vinicius, his chant rang out repeatedly by a fervent home supporters.

But there have been countless reports over the past period that Los Blancos could entertain letting him leave if an attractive proposal was made.

Vinicius has a year left on his deal come the end of the season, yet discussions on a renewal have not progressed.

His response when substituted late in the game spoke of issues. After the full-time whistle, teammates intervened as he attempted to confront the Barcelona player.

The expert said, Many will criticize him for good reason, because it showed disrespect for Rodrygo who came on for him.”

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

This mindset is tough to overcome, notably when you feel near the top star, and the organization shifts the focus in favor of Mbappe as the main man.”

Recently he's felt that Real Madrid has not supported him. There are stories, potentially club-sourced, or not denied by the club, that they might accept if someone paid €250 million for his transfer and let him go.”

“He feels all that, so when Alonso subbed him – reasonably, as he ceased tracking back as required – to him he thinks ‘why me, why me again?.”

It may be challenging to reconcile with the club and the player currently.”

Their System “Struggles”

Following victories in all four of last season's derbies, the latest display was emblematic of Barcelona's unconvincing start to the campaign.

Absences have robbed the Barcelona coach of crucial contributors such as Raphinha, the striker plus others, and the tactical setup is not effective when they are missing.

Balague commented, Barcelona appear is a little bit less sharp defensively, not as eager to regain possession, with reduced intensity in pressing.”

Opponents find it simpler to create chances against them. Should the defense is not perfect, like on Mbappe's strike as Balde failed to step up, the midfield doesn't assist from the attack not challenging the ball-carrier as expected.”

The young talent, the main threat of Real last season, was neutralized.

The big names did not perform well. Lamine seems not he is at his best, perhaps he's suffering from a groin issue