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This proved to be practically a perfect performance from Real Madrid, as they defeated their arch-rivals 2-1 during the famous derby to stretch the gap at the top of the Spanish league with a five-point cushion.

Jude Bellingham got his inaugural goal in the league along with assist of the season following a challenging spell recovering from surgery on his shoulder.

The French forward continued his clinical performance in attack, while Alonso's tactics during his debut derby on the sidelines proved brilliantly.

However the Vinicius Junior question reared its head yet again.

Dissatisfied at being substituted, the Brazilian winger protested while walking right by his manager before marched to the dressing room, before reappearing to the substitute area several minutes.

Manager's Approach Gets Results from the Midfielder

In his first derby, this wasn't a bad one, given that the majority of Real's recent managers were defeated in their initial league match against Barca.

After the laissez-faire approach of Carlo Ancelotti fell short in the previous campaign, the new tactical system produced an important victory.

Spanish football analyst commented, His plan was perfect. Real Madrid performed excellently, while the visitors didn't play well because of the home team's approach.”

“Without the ball, they pressed high for as long as they could, and if they were beaten, they fell back in an organised way, all players even Vinicius.”

The team's shape with two banks with a gap of five to 10 metres. Barcelona could not find a way through.”

The tactical change looks to be good news for Jude, who in the past was expected to cover multiple roles in the engine room and more.

In the lineup the young star played on the right, but in practice he was allowed to drift inward and assist the attack or crash the penalty area.

The analyst stated, With Camavinga in central midfield, this provides increased movement and more ways to shut down the channels.”

“That forced them to put Jude on the right-hand side. I'm sure he was instructed to monitor the runs of Mbappe on the ball with room, and he found him on several occasions.”

“He was asked to move into the penalty area and be around the edge of the box, where he poses a threat. He also drifted in to block central spaces and cause Barcelona's life tough.”

Vinicius Tensions Revealed

Undoubtedly that Madridistas love Vinicius, calls for him was chanted repeatedly by an enthusiastic Madrid fans.

However recently there were various accounts over the past period that Real Madrid might think about letting him leave if the right offer was made.

The winger has one year remaining on his deal come the end of the season, yet discussions on a renewal have not progressed.

Vinicius' behavior to being replaced with 20 minutes left suggested strained relations. When the match ended, he was held back as he attempted to confront Lamine Yamal.

The analyst noted, “Everyone will have a go at him for good reason, because it showed disrespect for the substitute who replaced him.”

However, from a young age, he has lived in a challenging environment, and he feels that he faces opposition.”

This mindset is tough to overcome, especially when you consider yourself near the top star, then the club shifts the focus to Mbappe as the main man.”

During this campaign he believes that the organization is not defending him. Rumors indicate, perhaps from within, or with the club not denying it, that they wouldn't be unhappy an offer worth €250 million to sign him and allow him to leave.”

“He feels all that, so when the coach substituted him – reasonably, as he ceased tracking back as expected – to him he says why single me out?’.”

Building bridges will be tough to build a bridge among the parties and Vinicius currently.”

Barca's Approach “Crumbles”

After winning each of the recent Clasicos, the latest display represented their uncertain early form.

Injuries have deprived the manager of important stars including the Brazilian winger, Robert Lewandowski and Olmo, and the approach isn't working without them.

The expert commented, Barcelona appear lack sharpness without the ball, with less desire to win it back, with reduced intensity to reclaim the ball.”

Opponents find it simpler to create chances against them. If the defensive line is not perfect, as it wasn't the first goal as Balde kept him onside, they receive little support from the attack not challenging the ball-carrier adequately.”

Yamal, who troubled Madrid earlier, was well contained.

Key players were below par. Yamal appears he is at his best, possibly because of a groin issue