Matt explores the intense and historic soccer rivalries all around the world. Amsterdam's Ajax and Rotterdam's Feyenoord in the Netherlands, FC Copenhagen in Denmark, Dortmund and Schalke in Germany, Gremio and International in Brazil, East Bengal and Mohan Bagan in India and several more! These derbies, each rooted in unique cultural, historical, and political contexts, have led to mass hysteria and violent incidents including fan avalanches, assassinations, bomb attacks, and clashes between working-class and wealthy fans. Some prominent figures, like Johan Cruyff and Ronaldinho, have shifted allegiances between competing teams. Despite the horrifying histories of fan violence, these rivalries highlight the deep passion and dedication of fans to their respective teams. The world of football is so rooted in history, that sometimes political lines get blurred. One thing is for sure, this episode will depict just how intense rivalries in football can get.

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