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This proved to be practically an ideal day for Xabi Alonso's squad, who beat their arch-rivals two goals to one in the Clasico to stretch their advantage at the summit of the domestic championship with a five-point cushion.

Jude Bellingham got his inaugural league goal along with assist this term following a tough few months healing from surgery on his shoulder.

The French forward continued his clinical performance in front of goal, and Alonso's tactics in his inaugural Clasico on the sidelines proved like a charm.

However the issue surrounding Vinicius emerged again yet again.

Frustrated at being substituted, the star forward complained while walking directly past his manager before marched to the dressing room, before reappearing to the bench several minutes.

Alonso System Gets Success from Jude Bellingham

As first Clasicos go, it was a solid start, considering the majority of Real's last eight coaches were defeated in their first league match against Barca.

After the relaxed approach under Ancelotti fell short in the previous campaign, Alonso's positional game-model produced a significant outcome.

Spanish football analyst commented, The strategy worked brilliantly. The home side were very good, and Barcelona were off-color due to the home team's approach.”

When not in possession, they applied pressure for as long as they could, and when bypassed, they retreated in a structured manner, all players including Vinicius.”

“They defended in two lines with a gap of five to 10 metres. Barca were unable to break through.”

The new system looks to be good news for Bellingham, who last season was essentially asked to do everything in the engine room and beyond.

On paper Bellingham was positioned on the right, but actually he was allowed to come inside and either assist the attack or crash the penalty area.

The analyst stated, With Camavinga in the center, you get increased movement and more ways to shut down the channels.”

This led to them to put Bellingham on the right flank. Certainly his role included to track the forward's positioning on the ball and found openings, connecting with him a few times.”

His instructions included to move into the penalty area and operate on the outskirts of the area, his most effective zone. He also drifted in to close the inside channels and cause Barcelona's life challenging.”

Strained Relations Laid Bare

It's clear that the fans adore Vinicius, his chant were sung on several occasions by a fervent Madrid fans.

However recently there were countless reports lately that the club would consider allowing his departure if an attractive proposal was made.

He has one year remaining on his contract come the end of the season, yet talks over a new deal have not progressed.

Vinicius' behavior after coming off in the second half indicated tension. Post-game, he was held back as he tried to approach Lamine Yamal.

The analyst commented, He will face backlash and rightly so, because it showed disrespect for the substitute who came on for him.”

“But since being a kid, he has existed amid adversity, and he believes that he faces opposition.”

“That mentality is difficult to shake, especially when you feel close to being the top star, and the organization drives the axis to Mbappe as the star.”

“This season he believes that Real Madrid isn't protecting him. There are stories, perhaps from within, or not denied by the club, that they wouldn't be unhappy an offer worth €250 million to sign him and allow him to leave.”

He is aware of this, and when he was taken off – justifiably, since he wasn't defending as he should – in his mind he thinks why always me?.”

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

Barcelona Style “Struggles”

Following victories in all four of last season's Clasicos, Sunday's performance highlighted Barcelona's unconvincing early form.

Absences have robbed the Barcelona coach of key players including Raphinha, Lewandowski plus others, and the approach is failing when they are missing.

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

“It's easier to create chances against them. When the backline is not perfect, like on the Mbappe goal because Alejandro Balde played him onside, the midfield doesn't assist by teammates not closing down those on the ball as expected.”

The young talent, who troubled Madrid earlier, was neutralized.

The big names were below par. Yamal seems not he's in good form, perhaps he's suffering from groin problems