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They are the first games you look for when the fixtures are drawn pre-season. The games you crowd into the local pub with your mates to watch religiously. What is it about a derby game that captures the raw emotion & passion of football? They are much more than a normal game of football that’s for sure!

Derby games are built over time. Initially though one or more of the following characteristics play an important role in setting up the rivalry required for a classic derby contest.

Location:
Location, location, location! The most common derby games are based on the proximity of the two clubs involved. Local derbies usually involved clubs battling it out from the same City but can also extend to neighbouring cities or regions. These games provide supporters with the opportunity to contest local bragging rights. As a result they are quite often the most important games on any supporter’s calendar. The Merseyside derby between Everton and Liverpool is one of the most famous examples of a local derby.

Religious:

Derby games driven by religious differences are some of the most passionate derbies in the world. A prime example is the Old Firm derby in Scotland, arguably the world’s biggest derby game. Celtic supporters traditionally are Catholics, whilst Rangers fans are traditionally Protestants. These religious differences contribute to the fiery atmosphere during Old Firm derbies, both on and off the pitch.

Political:

Some clubs are traditionally aligned to particular political beliefs. When two clubs with opposing political alignment clash, the game always has an extra bite to it. Looking at the Old Firm derby again, it has deep ties to the Northern Ireland political situation. Rangers fans are traditionally loyalists, whilst Celtic fans are traditionally republicans. This political contrast is another reason for the often explosive atmosphere during an Old Firm game.

Animosity/ Controversy:

A controversial event can create great animosity between clubs. One single event usually isn’t enough to create an enduring rivalry between clubs. However these events often fuel the flames between existing rivals. The bitter transfer of Luis Figo from Barcelona too their great rivals Real Madrid was one such event. Luis Figo became one of the most hated men in Catalonia when he agreed a deal with Real Madrid during their presidential elections in 2000. Barcelona had no option but to enter transfer negotiations with their bitter rivals. Figo would move for what was then a world record transfer fee.

Class Divide:

Class related derbies are usually found when one club is supported by the working class, whilst the other club is supported by either the middle class or upper class. The derby of the eternal enemies in Athens, between Olympiakos Piraeus and Panathinaikos is one of the best examples. Olympiakos traditionally gather their support from the port of Piraeus, home to Athens’ working class. Panathinaikos’ support on the other hand traditionally comes from the old upper class of Athens society. Derbies between these two great Greek sides are furiously contested and historically quite violent.

Racial:

Racial tensions can fuel intense rivalries between clubs, quite often resulting in violence. Australian football has historically been plagued by racial tensions. Historically Australian clubs gathered their support from immigrants originally from the Balkans. When clubs supported by opposing ethnic fan-bases met on the pitch, violence would usually occur off it. Racial violence tainted the reputation of football in Australia. The implementation of a new national league in 2004 saw Football Federation Australia implement a one City one club policy to combat racial tensions. This move has been quite successful and has helped reduce racial conflicts from top flight Australian football.

Recent Success:

Success breeds rivalries between clubs. Periods where two clubs are consistently competing with each others for major honours, usually generates a competitive rivalry between the supporters. Matches between Manchester United and Arsenal during the last decade have been some of the most spiteful games in the English top flight. This rivalry arguably reached its peak with the infamous “Pizzagate” incident at Highbury. A confrontation between opposing players in the tunnel after the game, allegedly resulted in United manager Sir Alex Ferguson being struck by a slice of Pizza.

History / Tradition:

The Derby d’Italia between Inter Milan and Juventus is eagerly anticipated each year. Historically Inter & Juventus sit at the top of the Serie A history books for most goals scored & most games won. Their derby games are always high drama due to this past success. Likewise in England, clashes between Manchester United and Liverpool are arguably the biggest games of the season. Historically England’s most successful clubs, both sets of supporters claim that their side is the top club in England. Relations between both sets of supporters are quite bitter as a result.


The more of these characteristics a derby game possesses, the more passionate the derby is likely to be. Some of the world’s biggest derby games like Scotland’s Old firm derby or Argentina’s Superclásico could lay claim to possessing at least six of the above characteristics.

There is a negative side to derby games though. Football violence has plagued the sport over the past half century. Supporters can sometimes take their passion and commitment too far and express themselves with violent acts. With the heightened emotions of a Derby game, it comes as no surprise that violence is more common among these fixtures.

Despite that negative side to derby matches, it is clear that they are considered around the world to be much more than just a football match. When you take into account the characteristics mentioned above its not hard to understand why. Derby games represent the issues that have divided humanity since the dawn of time. They embody both the strength and weakness of humanity, and wrap it into a 90 minute package, captivating audiences across the world.

We have put together a list of the World’s most famous club rivalries. They are organised by confederation:


  * Major UEFA Football Rivalries
  * Major CONMEBOL Football Rivalries
  * Major CAF Football Rivalries
  * Major CONCACAF Football Rivalries
  * Major AFC Football Rivalries


Europe’s Biggest Football Rivalries:

United Kingdom

Featured Derby: The Old Firm Derby, Glasgow, Scotland
Celtic FC vs Rangers FC

Celtic and Rangers have been competing against each other since 1888. They have contested 381 games, with Rangers currently holding the advantage, 152 victories to Celtic’s 137. Celtic and Rangers are Scotland’s most successful clubs. Between them they have won 66 Scottish Cups and 93 Scottish Premier League titles. No other side has won the Scottish top division since Sir Alex Ferguson’s Aberdeen in the 1984/85 season.

The Old Firm derby has seen regular outbreaks of violence between the two sets of supporters often attributed to the Sectarianism resulting from a steep political & religious divide between supporters groups. Despite the violence, the Old Firm derby is renowned worldwide as one of the great Footballing contests.

Other UK Derbies:

Manchester United vs Liverpool (England)
Manchester United vs Manchester City (England)
Liverpool vs Everton (England)
Birmingham vs Aston Villa (England)
Arsenal vs Tottenham (England)
Newcastle vs Sunderland (England)
Sheffield Wednesday vs Sheffield United (England)
West Bromwich Albion vs Wolverhampton Wanderers (England)
Norwich City vs Ipswich Town (England)
Bristol City vs Bristol Rovers (England)
Southampton vs Portsmouth (England)
Blackburn vs Burnley (England)
Derby County vs Nottingham Forest (England)
Arsenal vs Chelsea (England)
West Ham United vs Millwall (England)
Newcastle vs Middlesbrough (England)
Hiberian vs Hearts (Scotland)
Dundee vs Dundee United (Scotland)
Aberdeen vs Dundee United (Scotland)
Bohemians vs Shamrock (Ireland)
Swansea vs Cardiff (Wales)
Linfield vs Glentoran (Northern Irelend)

Spain

Featured Derby: El Clásico, Spain
FC Barcelona vs Real Madrid

For the people of Catalonia, FC Barcelona is more than just a Football club. During the Spanish civil war, regional areas like Catalonia were subject to attempts by the Fascist Government to suppress their unique culture and identity. FC Barcelona become a symbol of the Catalan way of life, and a representation of Spanish Democracy. Real Madrid on the other hand was viewed more as the Club representing both the establishment and Spanish Nationalism. This blend of social and political differences contributed to the fierce nature of the derby. Transfer wrangles over De Stefano in the 1950’s and Figo in 2000, intensified the rivalry even further.

The El Clasico is one of the biggest matches in World Football, capturing the imagination not only of Spain, but of the billions of supporters watching across the world.

Other Spanish Derbies:

Barcelona vs Espanyol
Real Sociedad vs Athletic Bilbao
Sevilla FC vs Real Betis
Real Madrid vs Atletico Madrid
Valencia vs Levante

Italy

Featured Derby: Derby della Capitale, Rome, Italy
S.S Lazio vs A.S Roma

In 1927 A.S. Roma was founded. The Club was formed as a result of a merger between three of the four major clubs in Rome. The only club to resist the merger was S.S. Lazio. The rivalry between the clubs grew from this point, as they fought for the honour of representing Rome as it’s premier club. The Derby has been subject to violence over the years, driven primarily by the Ultra factions of both clubs. The Violence is often motivated by racist and fascist ideologies

In March 2004 the derby was plagued by riots, which eventually led to the game being postponed. The riots began because of false rumours spread about a boy being killed by Police outside the stadium. Three Roma Ultra’s walked onto the pitch and threatened Roma captain Francesco Totti, asking him to call the game off. The riot spread onto the streets, resulting in 13 arrests and over 170 police officers injured.

Other Italian Derbies:

AC Milan vs Inter Milan
Juventus vs Torino
Chievo v Hellas Verona
Sampdoria vs Genoa
Inter Milan vs Juventus
Palermo vs Catania

Germany

Featured Derby: The Revierderby, The Rhur, Germany
Borussia Dortmund vs Schalke 04

Germany’s largest derby is the Revierderby between Dortmund and Schalke. The first game between the clubs was in 1925 when Schalke triumphed 4-2. Schalke dominated the early contest, winning 17 out of first 19 games. However since the Bundesliga began in 1963, Dortmund have held a slight advantage with 27 wins to Schalke’s 25 wins.

The most famous Revierderby in recent times would have to be the May 2007 clash. Schalke had been league leaders for 3 months, and faced Dortmund on the penultimate game of the season. Schalke ended up losing the game 2-0 and as a result lost the title to Stuttgart. It had been 49 years since Schalke had lifted the German league title. Schalke’s supporters were crushed, Dortmund supporters celebrated by buying special replica kits to commemorate the occasion.

Other Germany Derbies:

Bayern Munchen vs 1860 Munchen
Werder Bremen vs Hamburg
Karlsruhe vs Stuttgart

Rest of Europe

Featured Derbies: Derby of the Eternal enemies, Athens, Greece
Olympiacos vs Panathinaikos

Olympiacos hail from the port of Piraeus and traditionally represents the working class of Athens. Panathinaikos on the other hand comes from the center of Athens and represents the old upper class of Athens. The derby originally provided the working class a way to vent their frustration towards the upper class. The rivalry has grown more intense over time, and the fixture is now synonymous with Hooligan violence. On March 2007, A Panathinaikos fan was stabbed to death in a pre arranged meeting between hooligans of both clubs. This has resulted in a police crackdown on both sets of supporters.

Other Derbies:

Benfica vs Sporting Portugal (Portugal)
Porto vs Boavista (Portugal)
Ajax vs Feyenoord (Holland)
Club Brugge vs Anderlecht (Belgium)
FK Sarajevo vs FK Zeljeznicar (Bosnia-Herzegovina)
Ferencvarosi TC vs Ujpest (Hungary)
Levski Sofia vs CSKA Sofia (Bulgaria)
Dinamo Zagreb vs Hajduk Split (Croatia)
Sparta Prague vs Slavia Prague (Czech Republic)
FC Copenhagen vs Brondby (Denmark)
Nantes vs Saint Etienne (France)
PSG vs Olympic Marseille (France)
Olympiacos vs AEK Athens (Greece)
Panathinaikos vs AEK Athens (Greece)
Steaua Bucuresti vs Dinamo Bucuresti (Romania)
Steaua Bucuresti vs Rapid Bucurestie (Romania)
Rapid Bucuresti vs Dinamo Bucuresti (Romania)
Spartak Moscow vs CSKA Moscow (Russia)
Spartak Moscow vs Dinamo Moscow (Russia)
Slovan Bratislava vs Spartak Trnava (Slovakia)
FC Basel vs FC Zurich (Switzerland)
AIK vs Djurgardens IF (Sweden)
Galatasaray vs Fenerbahce (Turkey)
Besiktas vs Galatasaray (Turkey)
Besiktas vs Fenerbahce (Turkey)
FK Crvena Zvezda vs Partizan (Serbia)
Dynamo Kyiv vs Shakhtar Donetsk (Ukraine)


South America’s Biggest Football Rivalries


All the major football rivalries from South America:

Argentina

Featured Derby: Superclasico, Buenos Aires, Argentina
River Plate vs Boca Juniors

The Superclasico is arguably the world’s biggest derby game. Pitting the most popular ( It’s commonly accepted that close to 70% of football fans in Argentina support either River or Boca) and successful clubs in Argentina against each other. There have been 320 Superclasicos. Boca Juniors currently hold a slight advantage, 116 wins to River’s 104 wins.

The most noteworthy aspect of the Superclasico is the unbridled passion of the fans. Fireworks, flags, rolls of coloured paper and lively songs back and forth between supporters, bring the stands alive! The Observer in England listed attending the Superclasico as the top sporting event you must attend before you die.

Other Argentinian Derbies:

Independiente vs Racing Club
San Lorenzo vs Huracan
Rosario Central vs Newell’s Old Boys
Gimnasia vs Estudiantes
Ferro vs Velez Sarsfield
Colon vs Union

Brazil

Featured Derby: Fla-Flu, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Flamengo vs Fluminese

Prior to 1911, Flamengo was a rowing club with no Football section. This would change when 10 unhappy players left Fluminese and joined Flamengo. The first Fla-Flu derby was contested in July of the following year in front of 800 supporters. This humble crowd is in stark contrast to the 194,603 people who packed into the legendary Maracana in 1963. To this day that game still holds the world record attendance figure for a Club match. The name Fla-Flu was first used by journalist Mario Filho.

Other Brazilian Derbies:

Palmeiras vs Corinthians
Sao Paulo vs Palmeiras
Fluminese vs Botafogo
Vasco da Gama vs Flamengo
Bahia vs Victoria
Atletico vs Cruzeiro
CSA vs CRB
Nacional vs Rio Negro
Botafogo vs Vasco da Gama
Corinthians vs Santos
Santos vs Sao Paulo

Rest of South America

Featured Derby: The old rivalry, Montevideo, Uruguay
Penarol vs Nacional

The Montevideo derby is the oldest derby outside of the UK. Whilst the first game between these Uruguanian powerhouses was played on July 15th 1900, Penarol was playing as the football section of the Central Uruguay Railway Cricket Club. It wasn’t until 1913, when the football section broke away from the Cricket club, that Penarol existed as we know today. Since that time Penarol and Nacional have faced each other on 432 occasions with 154 victories to Penarol and 137 to Nacional.

Other South American Derbies:

Barcelona SC vs Emelec (Ecuador)
LDU Quito vs Aucas (Ecuador)
Universidad de Chile vs Colo Colo (Chile)
Universidad Catolica vs Universidad de Chile (Chile)
Alianza Lima vs Universitario (Peru)
Olimpia vs Cerro Porteno (Paraguay)
Caracas FC vs Deportivo Tachira (Venezuela)
Caracas FC vs UA Maracaibo (Venezuela)
America de Cali vs Deportivo Cali (Columbia)
Atletico Nacional vs Independiente Medellin (Columbia)
Santa Fe vs Millonarios (Columbia)
Bolivar vs The Strongest (Bolivia)


Africa’s Biggest Football Rivalries


All the major football rivalries from African club football:

Featured Derby: The Cairo Derby, Cairo, Egypt
Al Ahly vs Zamalek

The showpiece of Egyptian Football, and arguably the highlight of the Arab footballing calender. Games between these Egyptian giants are so hotly contested that foreign referees are brought in to officiate. The rivalry between the clubs is driven by location and success. Both clubs are located in the Greater Cairo area, and were rated by the CAF to be Africa’s top two clubs during the 20th Century. The intensity between the two sets of fans is immense. Officials go to great lengths to keep them separate, including redirecting traffic in Cairo on match days to avoid confrontations between supporters.

Other Derbies:

Orlando Pirates vs Kaizer Chiefs (South Africa)
Santos vs Ajax Cape Town (South Africa)
USM Alger vs MC Alger (Algeria)
USM Alger vs JSK (Algeria)
Asec Mimosas vs Africa Sports (Ivory Coast)
Club Africain vs Esperance (Tunisia)
Wydad vs Raja (Morocco)
Ghazl Al Mahalla vs Baladeyyet Al Mahalla (Egpyt)
Al Ahly of Bengahzi vs Al Nasr (Libya)
Al Ahly of Bengahzi vs Al Ittihad (Libya)
Al Ahly of Bengahzi vs Al Ahly of Tripoli (Libya)
CAPS United vs Dynamos (Zimbabwe)
Hearts of Oak vs Asante Kotoko (Ghana)
Canon Yaounde vs Tonnerre Yaounde (Cameroon)


CONCACAF’s Biggest Football Rivalries


Major club football rivalries from North America, Central America and the Carribean:

Featured Derby:
Club America vs Chivas(El Clasico, Mexico)

The El Clasico is the largest rivalry in Mexico. Representing the two largest cities in Mexico, Club America (Mexico City) and Chivas (Guadalajara) are the most successful clubs in Mexico. The El Clasico has been contested 202 times, with Club America currently holding the advantage, 73 wins to 64. An interesting contrast between the clubs is that Chivas have a tradition of fielding Mexican born players, whilst Club America tend to favour famous foreign imports.

Other Derbies:

Saprissa vs Alajuelense (Costa Rica)
LA Galaxy vs Chivas USA (USA)
D.C. United vs New York Red Bulls (USA)
FC Dallas vs Chicago Fire (USA)
LA Galaxy vs San Jose Earthquakes (USA)
Colorado Rapids vs Real Salt Lake (USA)
Houston Dynamo vs FC Dallas (USA)
Toronto FC vs Columbus Crew (USA)
Necaxa vs Atlante (Mexico)
Club America vs Club Cruz Azul (Mexico)
Monterrey vs Tigres (Mexico)
Tauro F.C. vs Plaza Amador (Panama)
Marathon vs Olimpia (Honduras)
Municipal vs Comunicaciones (Guatemala)
Motagua vs Olimpia (Guatemala)
Deportivo FAS vs C.D. Aguila (El Salvador)


Asia’s Biggest Football Rivalries


All of Asia’s major club football rivalries:

Featured Derby: The Tehran Derby, Tehran, Iran
Esteghlal FC vs Persepolis FC

World Soccer Magazine declared the Tehran derby as the most important derby in Asia. First contested in 1968, Esteghal FC currently hold the advantage having won 20 games compared to Persepolis’s 15 victories. Persepolis’s supporters traditionally represent the working class, whilst Esteghal’s support can be traced back to the Iranian upper class.

One of the most heated matches between the two sides occurred on the 29th of December 2000. After constant bickering throughout the match, Esteghal’s goalkeeper Parviz Broumand punched Persepolis’s striker Payan Rafat in the face. A brawl broke out between the players, inciting fans who took the violence to the streets. Over 250 city buses were damaged, whilst three players and 60 fans were arrested.

Other Derbies:

Melbourne Victory vs Sydney FC (Australia)
Melbourne Victory vs Adelaide United (Australia)
Newcastle Jets vs Central Coast Mariners (Australia)
Shandong Luneng vs Dalian Shide (China)
Mohan Bagan vs East Bengal (India)
Chirag United vs Mohammedan Sporting (India)
Mahindra United vs Air India (India)
FC Tokyo vs Tokyo Verdy (Japan)
Kashima Antlers vs Jubilo Iwata (Japan)
Gamba Osaka vs Cerezo Osaka (Japan)
Yokohama F. Marinos vs Yokohama FC (Japan)
Uwara Red Diamonds vs Omiya Ardija (Japan)
Arema vs Persema (Indonesia)
Persita vs Persikota (Indonesia)
Persija vs Persitara (Indonesia)
Al Qadisiya Kuwait vs Al Arabi Kuwait (Kuwait)
Home United FC vs Singapore Armed Forces FC (Singapore)
Al-Ahli vs Al-Shabbab (UAE)
Al-Wahda vs Al-Jazeera (UAE)
Al-Shaab vs Al-Sharjah (UAE)
Al-Ittihad vs Al-Ahli (Saudi Arabia
Al-Nasr vs Al-Hilal (Saudi Arabia)
Sepahan vs Zob Ahan FC (Iran)
Persepolis FC vs Sepahan (Iran)
FC Seoul vs Suwon (Korea)



Written by Adam Axon
原文 http://soccerlens.com/football-derbies/19322/
Major UEFA Football Rivalries:http://soccerlens.com/football-derbies-europe/17835/
Major CONMEBOL Football Rivalries:http://soccerlens.com/football-derbies-south-america/18533/
Major CAF Football Rivalries:http://soccerlens.com/football-derbies-africa/18538/
Major CONCACAF Football Rivalries:http://soccerlens.com/football-derbies-concacaf/18535/
Major AFC Football Rivalries:http://soccerlens.com/football-derbies-asia/18536/