Battle of Nuremberg
Famous Matches/RivalriesA 2006 World Cup match between Portugal and the Netherlands, infamous for a record 4 red cards and 16 yellow cards issued by referee Valentin Ivanov.
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Superclásico
The match between Buenos Aires rivals Boca Juniors and River Plate. It is frequently cited as the most intense and passionate derby in the world.
Derby of the Eternal Enemies
The fierce rivalry between Greek giants Olympiacos and Panathinaikos, often accompanied by intense fan displays and crowd trouble.
Maracanazo
The final match of the 1950 World Cup where Uruguay shocked host nation Brazil 2-1 at the Maracanã stadium to win the trophy.
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