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The match represented nearly a perfect day for the Madrid side, who beat their arch-rivals two goals to one in El Clasico to increase the gap at the summit in the Spanish league by five points.

Bellingham got his maiden league goal and key pass this term following a tough period coming back from shoulder surgery.

Kylian Mbappe maintained his deadly form in attack, while the manager's strategy in his inaugural derby in the dugout functioned brilliantly.

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

Frustrated with coming off, the star forward protested while walking directly past Xabi Alonso and stormed to the dressing room, then returning to the bench later.

Tactical Setup Gets Success for Bellingham

In his first derby, it was a solid start, especially since the majority of Real's last eight bosses were defeated in their first league encounter against Barca.

After the laissez-faire approach of Carlo Ancelotti did not deliver earlier, his structured approach produced a significant outcome.

Spanish football analyst commented, His plan was perfect. Real Madrid were impressive, and Barca struggled because of what Real Madrid were doing.”

“Without the ball, they pushed up for as long as they could, and when bypassed, they fell back with discipline, everybody even Vinicius.”

Their defensive setup with two banks with a gap of 5-10 meters. Barca struggled to penetrate.”

The tactical change appears to be beneficial for Bellingham, as he previously was expected to cover multiple roles in midfield and beyond.

Theoretically Bellingham played on the right, but actually he could to move centrally and either assist the attack or crash the penalty area.

Balague continued, With the French midfielder in the center, this provides greater energy and better ability to block the spaces.”

This led to the team to deploy Jude wide right. Certainly his role included to monitor Mbappe's movements on the ball and found openings, and he found him on several occasions.”

He was told to move into the penalty area and position himself near the outskirts of the area, where he poses a threat. He also drifted in to close the inside channels creating Barca's task tough.”

Conflict Issues Exposed

It's clear that the fans are fond of the Brazilian, his chant rang out on several occasions by the passionate home supporters.

But recently there were various accounts over the past period that Real Madrid would consider selling him if an attractive proposal was made.

Vinicius has a year left on his contract come the end of the season, but talks over a new deal have stalled.

Vinicius' behavior when substituted with 20 minutes left spoke of strained relations. Post-game, he was held back as he tried to approach Yamal.

The analyst noted, He will face backlash and justifiably, since it displayed a lack of respect for Rodrygo who came on for him.”

“But since being a kid, he has existed in a hostile world, and he feels that the world is hostile.”

This mindset is hard to change, especially when you feel on the verge of number one in the world, but the team shifts the focus to Mbappe as the key figure.”

Recently he has perceived that the organization is not defending him. Reports suggest, possibly leaked by the club, or not denied by the club, that they might accept an offer worth 250m euros for his transfer and let him go.”

“He feels all that, and after Alonso subbed him – reasonably, as he ceased tracking back as expected – in Vinicius' head he thinks why always me?.”

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

Barca's Approach “Struggles”

Having triumphed in all four of recent matches, this outing represented their uncertain early form.

Fitness issues have deprived Hansi Flick of crucial contributors such as the Brazilian winger, Lewandowski and Dani Olmo, and the approach is failing when they are missing.

The analyst commented, The squad seems is a little bit less sharp without the ball, less hungry to recover it, softer to get the possession back.”

“It's easier to attack them. Should the defense is not organized, as it wasn't the first goal as Balde kept him onside, the midfield doesn't assist by the midfield and forwards failing to press those on the ball adequately.”

The young talent, who troubled Madrid of Real last season, was well contained.

The big names weren't at their best. Lamine seems not in top condition, possibly because of injury issues