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It was practically a perfect day from the Madrid side, who beat Barca two goals to one in the famous derby to extend their lead at the summit of the Spanish league to five points.

Jude Bellingham notched his maiden league goal along with key pass this campaign after a challenging period recovering from a shoulder operation.

The French forward maintained his deadly performance when scoring, while the manager's strategy in his inaugural derby on the sidelines functioned perfectly.

However the Vinicius Junior question came to the forefront yet again.

Frustrated with his substitution, Vinicius ranted on his way right by Xabi Alonso and headed to the dressing room, then coming back on the sidelines after a short while.

Manager's Approach Gets Success for Bellingham

In his first derby, this wasn't a bad one, given that seven of Real's previous eight coaches lost their first league encounter with Barca.

Following the player-focused style of Carlo Ancelotti fell short last season, his structured approach yielded an important victory.

A specialist commented, His plan was perfect. The home side performed excellently, and the visitors struggled due to what Real Madrid were doing.”

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

“They defended in two layers spaced by a short distance. The opposition were unable to break through.”

The tactical change looks to be beneficial for Bellingham, who last season was essentially asked to carry the midfield in the engine room and more.

On paper the 22-year-old was positioned on the right, however he was allowed to move centrally and support Mbappe or crash the penalty area.

The analyst continued, Employing the French midfielder in the middle, this provides increased movement and more ways to close down the channels.”

This led to them to put Bellingham on the right flank. Undoubtedly he would have been asked to monitor the runs of Mbappe when he had the ball with room, connecting with him on several occasions.”

“He was asked to enter the area and position himself near just outside the box, his most effective zone. Additionally, he moved centrally to cut off passing options and cause Barcelona's life challenging.”

Vinicius Tensions Laid Bare

There's no doubting that the fans adore Vinicius, his name was chanted repeatedly by the passionate Madrid fans.

However multiple countless reports over the past period that the club might think about allowing his departure if the right offer was made.

He will have one season to go on his deal at the end of the campaign, yet negotiations for an extension have not progressed.

The player's reaction to being replaced in the second half suggested issues. Post-game, he was held back when he moved toward Yamal.

Balague said, He will face backlash and justifiably, because it showed a lack of respect toward his replacement taking his place.”

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

This mindset is difficult to shake, notably when you consider yourself on the verge of number one in the world, then the club drives the axis to Mbappe as the main man.”

During this campaign he's felt that the club has not supported him. Rumors indicate, potentially club-sourced, or unchallenged by officials, that they would be open if someone paid 250m euros for him and allow him to leave.”

This affects him, and when the coach substituted him – fairly, as he ceased tracking back as expected – in Vinicius' head he says why always me?.”

Building bridges will be tough to build a bridge between the club and him currently.”

Barca's Approach “Falls Apart”

After winning all four of recent matches, this outing represented their uncertain start to the campaign.

Injuries have deprived the manager of key players such as Raphinha, the striker and Olmo, and the tactical setup is not effective when they are missing.

The analyst commented, Barcelona appear is a little bit less sharp defensively, less hungry to recover it, with reduced intensity to reclaim the ball.”

“It's easier to attack them. If the defensive line is flawed, which was the case Mbappe's strike as Balde played him onside, they receive little support by the midfield and forwards failing to press those on the ball adequately.”

The young talent, tormentor-in-chief of Real last season, was neutralized.

Key players were below par. The youngster seems not in top condition, perhaps he's suffering from a groin issue