In a shocking revelation, the Merseyside derby, one of the most iconic and intense rivalries in English football, has been ranked 47th in a list of the 50 biggest derbies in the world.
The ranking, compiled by a renowned football publication, has left many fans and pundits stunned, considering the rich history and passion surrounding the matches between Liverpool and Everton.
“I’m absolutely flabbergasted,” said Liverpool legend Ian Rush. “The Merseyside derby is one of the most intense and passionate rivalries in the world. To rank it 47th is a joke.”
Everton legend Graeme Sharp shared similar sentiments, saying, “The Merseyside derby is a unique and special rivalry that’s steeped in history and tradition. It’s a derby that’s loved and hated in equal measure, and to rank it so low is a disservice to the fans and the clubs involved.”
The ranking has sparked a heated debate among football fans, with many taking to social media to express their outrage and disappointment.
“How can the Merseyside derby be ranked below the likes of the Portland Timbers vs. Seattle Sounders?” asked one fan on Twitter. “It’s a joke, pure and simple.”
Another fan added, “The Merseyside derby is one of the most iconic and intense rivalries in the world. It’s a derby that’s been played out for over a century, and to rank it 47th is a slap in the face to the fans and the clubs involved.”
Despite the controversy surrounding the ranking, the Merseyside derby remains one of the most highly anticipated and intense matches in English football, with a passionate and dedicated fan base that drives the rivalry forward.
As one fan succinctly put it, “The Merseyside derby may have been ranked 47th, but it’s still the biggest and best derby in the world as far as I’m concerned.”
In a shocking revelation, the Merseyside derby, one of the most iconic and intense rivalries in English football, has been ranked 47th in a list of the 50 biggest derbies in the world.
The ranking, compiled by a renowned football publication, has left many fans and pundits stunned, considering the rich history and passion surrounding the matches between Liverpool and Everton.
“I’m absolutely flabbergasted,” said Liverpool legend Ian Rush. “The Merseyside derby is one of the most intense and passionate rivalries in the world. To rank it 47th is a joke.”
Everton legend Graeme Sharp shared similar sentiments, saying, “The Merseyside derby is a unique and special rivalry that’s steeped in history and tradition. It’s a derby that’s loved and hated in equal measure, and to rank it so low is a disservice to the fans and the clubs involved.”
The ranking has sparked a heated debate among football fans, with many taking to social media to express their outrage and disappointment.
“How can the Merseyside derby be ranked below the likes of the Portland Timbers vs. Seattle Sounders?” asked one fan on Twitter. “It’s a joke, pure and simple.”
Another fan added, “The Merseyside derby is one of the most iconic and intense rivalries in the world. It’s a derby that’s been played out for over a century, and to rank it 47th is a slap in the face to the fans and the clubs involved.”
Despite the controversy surrounding the ranking, the Merseyside derby remains one of the most highly anticipated and intense matches in English football, with a passionate and dedicated fan base that drives the rivalry forward.
As one fan succinctly put it, “The Merseyside derby may have been ranked 47th, but it’s still the biggest and best derby in the world as far as I’m concerned.”
