Can a rivalry truly be manufactured based on distance alone?
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The intense rivalry between Brighton and Crystal Palace, despite being 39 miles apart, has sparked a debate on what actually makes a derby meaningful. In Nigeria, our football passion is often tied to heritage and deep-rooted history, but do you think modern Premier League clubs can create a genuine 'big game' atmosphere just by pushing a geographical narrative? Does a derby need years of bad blood to be legitimate, or is it just about the intensity on the pitch?
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