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The match represented almost an ideal performance from Real Madrid, as they defeated their arch-rivals two goals to one during El Clasico and stretch the gap at the summit in the Spanish league to five points.

Bellingham scored his inaugural goal in the league and setup this campaign following a difficult period recovering from a shoulder operation.

Mbappe showed his lethal form in front of goal, and the manager's strategy in his inaugural derby in the dugout worked perfectly.

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

Unhappy with his substitution, the star forward ranted while walking right by his manager and stormed to the dressing room, then reappearing to the bench later.

Alonso System Yields Success for Bellingham

For a debut Clasico, it was a solid start, especially since seven of Real's previous eight coaches were defeated in their initial league encounter against Barcelona.

After the relaxed method under Ancelotti did not deliver in the previous campaign, his structured approach produced a significant outcome.

Spanish football analyst commented, “He got it spot on. Madrid were impressive, while the visitors struggled because of Madrid's tactics.”

When not in possession, they applied pressure as much as possible, and when bypassed, they retreated with discipline, everybody including Vinicius.”

“They defended in two layers spaced by 5-10 meters. The opposition were unable to break through.”

The new system seems beneficial for the midfielder, as he in the past was expected to do everything in the center and additional duties.

In the lineup Bellingham played on the right, however he could to move centrally and support Mbappe or crash the penalty area.

Balague continued, With Eduardo Camavinga in central midfield, it brings more dynamism and better ability to shut down the passing lanes.”

This led to them to position Bellingham on the right flank. Undoubtedly he would have been asked to monitor Mbappe's movements in possession and had space, and he found him a few times.”

His instructions included to get into the box and position himself near just outside the box, where he is very dangerous. He also came inside to block central spaces and make the opponent's play challenging.”

Conflict Issues Revealed

There's no doubting that the fans are fond of the Brazilian, his chant was chanted on several occasions by a fervent Madrid fans.

But multiple various accounts lately that Los Blancos could entertain allowing his departure if the right offer arrived.

He has one season to go on his contract come the end of the season, yet negotiations for an extension have stalled.

The player's reaction after coming off late in the game indicated tension. After the full-time whistle, he had to be restrained as he attempted to confront Yamal.

The expert commented, Many will criticize him and rightly so, as it demonstrated a lack of respect for the substitute who came on for him.”

Yet, growing up, he has lived amid adversity, and he feels that he faces opposition.”

“That mentality is difficult to shake, notably when you believe near the top star, and the organization redirects attention in favor of Mbappe as the main man.”

During this campaign he has perceived that the club has not supported him. Rumors indicate, potentially club-sourced, or with the club not denying it, that they wouldn't be unhappy if someone paid 250m euros for his transfer and sell him.”

He is aware of this, and after he was taken off – fairly, since he wasn't defending as required – in his mind he thinks why single me out?’.”

Building bridges will be tough to reconcile among the parties and the player currently.”

Their System “Crumbles”

After winning each of the recent derbies, this outing represented their uncertain early form.

Absences have left without Hansi Flick of key players including Raphinha, Robert Lewandowski and Dani Olmo, and his system is not effective when they are missing.

Balague commented, “It's like the whole team lack sharpness without the ball, less hungry to recover it, with reduced intensity to get the possession back.”

“It's easier to attack them. If the defensive line is not organized, which was the case the Mbappe goal because Alejandro Balde kept him onside, they receive little support from the attack not closing down the ball-carrier as expected.”

Lamine Yamal, tormentor-in-chief earlier, was neutralized.

The big names were below par. The youngster appears in top condition, perhaps he's suffering from a groin issue