Derby

A match between two rival clubs from the same city. Often the most-watched games of the season.

Definition: A match between two rival clubs from the same city. Often the most-watched games of the season.

What is Derby?

Famous derbies: El Clásico (Real Madrid vs Barcelona — Spanish but city rivals too), Manchester Derby (United vs City), North London Derby (Arsenal vs Spurs), Merseyside (Liverpool vs Everton), Old Firm (Celtic vs Rangers), Milan Derby (Inter vs AC), Superclásico (Boca vs River). Tickets for derbies often 3-5x face value.