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The match represented practically a perfect day from Real Madrid, as they defeated their arch-rivals by a 2-1 scoreline in El Clasico to increase the gap in first place of La Liga by five points.

Bellingham got his inaugural domestic strike and assist of the season following a challenging spell recovering from a shoulder operation.

Kylian Mbappe maintained his clinical form in attack, and the manager's strategy during his debut derby in the dugout worked perfectly.

However the Brazilian's situation came to the forefront another time.

Dissatisfied with his substitution, Vinicius complained as he walked straight past his manager before marched down the tunnel, then reappearing on the sidelines later.

Tactical Setup Delivers Positive Outcomes for Bellingham

For a debut Clasico, this wasn't a bad one, especially since seven of Real's last eight bosses were defeated in their first La Liga encounter against their rivals.

After the relaxed style under Ancelotti fell short earlier, his structured approach produced a significant outcome.

An expert commented, “He got it spot on. Real Madrid performed excellently, while Barca didn't play well because of Madrid's tactics.”

“Without the ball, they pushed up consistently, and when bypassed, they retreated in an organised way, all players even Vinicius.”

“They defended in two lines separated by five to 10 metres. Barcelona could not find a way through.”

This approach seems positive for the midfielder, who in the past had been tasked to cover multiple roles in the center and additional duties.

In the lineup the young star was positioned on the right, but in practice he had the freedom to come inside and either assist the attack or get into scoring positions.

Balague continued, With Camavinga in the center, you get increased movement and better ability to shut down the spaces.”

“That forced the team to deploy Jude on the right-hand side. Undoubtedly his role included to track Mbappe's movements in possession with room, and he found him repeatedly.”

His instructions included to get into the box and be around just outside the box, where he is very dangerous. He also came inside to cut off passing options and cause Barcelona's life tough.”

Strained Relations Revealed

Undoubtedly that Madridistas love Vinicius, calls for him were sung on several occasions by an enthusiastic Madrid fans.

Yet recently there were numerous stories in recent months that Real Madrid might think about selling him if an attractive proposal arrived.

The winger will have one year remaining on his contract when this term concludes, but negotiations for an extension have not progressed.

His response when substituted in the second half spoke of tension. After the full-time whistle, he had to be restrained when he moved toward Yamal.

The expert noted, “Everyone will have a go at him and rightly so, because it showed a lack of respect for the substitute taking his place.”

“But since being a kid, his life has been in a challenging environment, and perceives that he faces opposition.”

This mindset is difficult to shake, particularly since you feel near number one in the world, and the organization drives the axis towards Mbappe as the star.”

“This season he believes that the club has not supported him. Rumors indicate, potentially club-sourced, or unchallenged by officials, that they wouldn't be unhappy if someone paid €250 million to sign him and sell him.”

“He feels all that, so when he was taken off – justifiably, because Vinicius stopped dropping back as he should – to him he says why always me?.”

“It will be difficult to mend relations with the club and him currently.”

Barca's Approach “Crumbles”

Having triumphed in all four of last season's Clasicos, Sunday's performance represented their uncertain beginning of the season.

Absences have left without the manager of key players such as the Brazilian winger, Lewandowski plus others, and the approach is failing when they are missing.

The analyst stated, The squad seems lack sharpness defensively, not as eager to regain possession, softer to get the possession back.”

“It's easier to attack them. When the backline is not perfect, which was the case the Mbappe goal because Alejandro Balde kept him onside, they are not helped from the attack not challenging the ball-carrier adequately.”

The young talent, who troubled Madrid earlier, was kept largely in check.

The big names were below par. The youngster seems not he's in good form, maybe due to injury issues