Undoubtedly the most famous football rivalry globally, El Clásico is not just a battle for supremacy in Spain but a clash of cultures, politics, and styles between Catalonia and the Spanish capital. The rivalry is fueled by decades of historical and regional tension, making each meeting a high-stakes affair watched by millions worldwide.

This Scottish rivalry transcends football, rooted in religious, social, and political differences, with Celtic representing the Catholic community and Rangers the Protestants. The intensity of the Old Firm derby is legendary, known for its fierce on-field clashes and equally passionate fanbases.

In Argentina, football is a religion, and the Superclásico is its most sacred event. Boca Juniors and River Plate’s rivalry is steeped in a deep-seated divide between the working-class Boca and the more affluent River Plate supporters, making their encounters some of the most passionate and fiery in the sport.

England's most famous rivalry, the North West Derby, pits two of the most successful clubs in English football against each other. This rivalry is fueled by the cities' competition during the industrial revolution, with both clubs vying for dominance both on the pitch and in the trophy count.

Germany's top footballing rivalry features its most successful club, Bayern Munich, against Borussia Dortmund, the perpetual underdogs. Known as "Der Klassiker," this rivalry has grown in intensity as Dortmund has emerged as a serious challenger to Bayern's dominance in the Bundesliga.

Played in one of the world’s most iconic stadiums, the San Siro, the Milan Derby is a glamorous clash of two European giants. This derby not only divides the city of Milan but also showcases a clash of different footballing philosophies and histories, with both clubs having rich, trophy-laden pasts.

One of the longest-running rivalries in England, the Merseyside Derby between Liverpool and Everton is less about political or social differences and more about geographical proximity, with the clubs separated by less than a mile. The rivalry is famed for its friendly nature, with families often split between red and blue allegiances.

Less internationally renowned than El Clásico but equally intense, the Madrid Derby pits wealthy, royal-backed Real Madrid against the traditionally more working-class Atlético Madrid. This derby has seen a resurgence in competitiveness with Atlético’s rise to the top under Diego Simeone.

In Italy’s first capital, Turin, the Derby della Mole involves Juventus, Italy's most decorated club, and Torino. The rivalry is named after the Mole Antonelliana, a major landmark, and is intensified by Torino’s tragic history and Juventus’s global success.

This rivalry dominates Egyptian football and is considered one of the fiercest globally due to the fanatical fan support of both clubs. The Cairo Derby divides Egypt’s capital and features Al Ahly, the most successful club in African football history, against its perennial challenger, Zamalek.