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The match represented practically a flawless performance for the Madrid side, as they defeated their arch-rivals two goals to one during El Clasico to extend their lead in first place of the Spanish league to five points.

Jude Bellingham scored his maiden league goal and key pass this term after a tough period healing from a shoulder operation.

Mbappe showed his lethal touch in front of goal, and the manager's strategy during his debut derby on the sidelines functioned brilliantly.

But then the issue surrounding Vinicius reared its head another time.

Frustrated at being substituted, the Brazilian winger ranted as he walked straight past the coach before stormed to the dressing room, before coming back on the sidelines after a short while.

Manager's Approach Yields Success from Bellingham

As first Clasicos go, it was a solid start, given that the majority of Real's previous eight managers were defeated in their first league match with Barca.

Following the laissez-faire approach under Ancelotti did not deliver last season, the new tactical system delivered an important victory.

Spanish football analyst commented, The strategy worked brilliantly. Madrid were very good, while Barcelona didn't play well due to the home team's approach.”

Defensively, they applied pressure as much as possible, and if they were beaten, they fell back with discipline, everybody including the forward.”

“They defended in two layers with a gap of 5-10 meters. Barcelona could not find a way through.”

The tactical change looks to be good news for Bellingham, who last season had been tasked to do everything in the center and additional duties.

Theoretically the young star played on the right, but actually he was allowed to drift inward and assist the attack or crash the penalty area.

The expert added, Employing Camavinga in central midfield, this provides greater energy and more ways to shut down the spaces.”

This led to them to put Jude on the right flank. I'm sure he was instructed to monitor the runs of Mbappe on the ball and had space, and he found him a few times.”

His instructions included to get into the box and be around just outside the box, his most effective zone. Additionally, he moved centrally to cut off passing options and cause Barcelona's life very difficult.”

Vinicius Tensions Exposed

Undoubtedly that supporters adore Vinicius, calls for him rang out multiple times by an enthusiastic Bernabeu crowd.

But there have been numerous stories in recent months that Los Blancos might think about selling him if an attractive proposal were to come in.

He will have one season to go on his deal at the end of the campaign, yet talks over a new deal are at a standstill.

Vinicius' behavior when substituted with 20 minutes left indicated issues. Post-game, he had to be restrained as he attempted to confront the Barcelona player.

The expert noted, He will face backlash and justifiably, since it displayed disrespect for the substitute taking his place.”

Yet, growing up, he has existed amid adversity, and he believes that everyone is against him.”

Such thinking is tough to overcome, particularly since you feel on the verge of the top star, but the team drives the axis to Mbappe as the star.”

Recently he believes that Real Madrid is not defending him. Rumors indicate, possibly leaked by the club, or not denied by the club, that they wouldn't be unhappy if someone paid 250m euros to sign him and allow him to leave.”

“He feels all that, and when he was taken off – fairly, because Vinicius stopped dropping back as required – in his mind he thinks ‘why me, why me again?.”

Building bridges will be tough to mend relations among the parties and him currently.”

Barca's Approach “Falls Apart”

After winning each of the last season's derbies, Sunday's performance was emblematic of Barca's shaky beginning of the season.

Fitness issues have robbed Hansi Flick of key players including the Brazilian winger, the striker and Dani Olmo, and the tactical setup is not effective without them.

The expert stated, “It's like the whole team are slightly off without the ball, not as eager to regain possession, with reduced intensity to get the possession back.”

Opponents find it simpler to create chances against them. When the backline is not organized, like on Mbappe's strike as Balde played him onside, they receive little support from the attack not challenging opponents in possession adequately.”

Yamal, the main threat earlier, was well contained.

The big names were below par. Lamine doesn't feel like in top condition, possibly because of a groin issue