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This proved to be nearly an ideal outing for Real Madrid, as they beat their arch-rivals by a 2-1 scoreline in the Clasico and increase their lead in first place of the domestic championship to five points.

Jude Bellingham notched his inaugural league goal along with key pass of the season after a tough period healing from a shoulder operation.

Mbappe continued his lethal touch when scoring, while the coach's game plan in his first El Clasico in the dugout worked like a charm.

However the Vinicius Junior question came to the forefront another time.

Dissatisfied with his substitution, the Brazilian winger ranted while walking right by the coach and marched down the tunnel, before coming back on the sidelines several minutes.

Manager's Approach Delivers Positive Outcomes from Bellingham

In his first derby, this wasn't a bad one, considering seven of Real's recent bosses lost their debut league encounter with Barcelona.

After the relaxed approach of Carlo Ancelotti fell short last season, his structured approach delivered a significant outcome.

Spanish football analyst observed, The strategy worked brilliantly. The home side were impressive, and the visitors didn't play well due to what Real Madrid were doing.”

When not in possession, they pressed high as much as possible, if overcome, they retreated in a structured manner, everybody even Vinicius.”

Their defensive setup in two lines separated by a short distance. The opposition struggled to penetrate.”

The new system looks to be positive for the midfielder, who in the past was expected to carry the midfield in midfield and beyond.

On paper the 22-year-old was positioned on the right, however he was allowed to move centrally and either link with Mbappe or enter the box.

The analyst stated, “By using Camavinga in central midfield, it brings more dynamism and additional options to shut down the passing lanes.”

This led to the team to position Jude wide right. Undoubtedly he was instructed to monitor Mbappe's movements on the ball and had space, and he found him on several occasions.”

He was told to get into the box and operate on the edge of the box, where he poses a threat. He also came inside to cut off passing options and cause Barcelona's life tough.”

Vinicius Tensions Exposed

It's clear that Madridistas are fond of the Brazilian, his chant were sung on several occasions by a fervent Bernabeu crowd.

But recently there were numerous stories over the past period that Real Madrid would consider letting him leave if the right offer were to come in.

The winger has a year left on his deal when this term concludes, yet talks over a new deal have stalled.

Vinicius' behavior after coming off late in the game suggested tension. Post-game, he had to be restrained as he tried to approach Lamine Yamal.

Balague noted, Many will criticize him and justifiably, as it demonstrated disrespect for Rodrygo who came on for him.”

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

This mindset is difficult to shake, notably when you feel near the best player, and the organization redirects attention in favor of Mbappe as the star.”

Recently he believes that the club has not supported him. Rumors indicate, perhaps from within, or not denied by the club, that they would be open a bid of a quarter-billion euros for his transfer and allow him to leave.”

He is aware of this, so when the coach substituted him – justifiably, because Vinicius stopped dropping back as expected – in Vinicius' head he questions why single me out?’.”

It may be challenging to mend relations among the parties and the player at the moment.”

Barca's Approach “Falls Apart”

Having triumphed in all four of last season's matches, Sunday's performance represented Barcelona's unconvincing early form.

Fitness issues have deprived the Barcelona coach of important stars such as Raphinha, the striker and Olmo, and the tactical setup is not effective without them.

The expert commented, “It's like the whole team lack sharpness defensively, less hungry to recover it, softer in pressing.”

“It's easier to create chances against them. Should the defense is not organized, like on the Mbappe goal because Alejandro Balde played him onside, they receive little support by the midfield and forwards not challenging those on the ball as expected.”

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

Key players weren't at their best. Yamal seems not in top condition, maybe due to a groin issue