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The Eternal Derby (Eternul Derby in Romanian) is the most prominent football rivalry in Romania. Visit https://www.1xbet.ie/en to make wagers on this exciting derby.


It is played between the capital's 2 major clubs, FCSB (formerly known as Steaua București) and Dinamo București. This historic matchup began in 1948 and has grown into one of the most intense rivalries in Romanian football. It has been marked by its highly passionate fanbase, on-pitch competition, and sometimes violent confrontations between the supporters. The 1xBet platform has a lot of wagering options on Romanian football too.

Teams with different origins

The 2 teams have contrasting origins, with FCSB originally founded as the Army's sports club and Dinamo representing the Ministry of Internal Affairs. This divide between military and police institutions fueled the early tension between the clubs, which has carried on throughout the decades. Feel free to make best football bet online at 1xBet on matches played by these 2 clubs too.


Both clubs have been extremely successful in Romanian football, accumulating numerous domestic titles and regional achievements. FCSB, in particular, has a celebrated European history, having won the European Cup (now UEFA Champions League) in 1986, making them the only Romanian team to achieve such a feat. Punters can also make their best online football bets on the UEFA Champions League too.


As of recent statistics, the two teams have faced each other 185 times. The record can be broken down as follows:


  • FCSB has won 67 matches;
  • Dinamo has won 61;
  • and there have been 57 draws.


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The matches are often played in front of large crowds, and the fans of both clubs are known for their passionate displays, which include choreographed banners and chants. However, the rivalry is also infamous for its association with football hooliganism. It has been possible to see clashes between supporters and confrontations with police becoming a regular occurrence during derby days.

Beyond football

The Eternal Derby has transcended football. You can make a bet on live football right now at 1xBet on other exciting derbies from world football.


In fact, it has been seen in other sports like handball and rugby, and is often compared to major European rivalries like Spain's El Clásico. Beyond sports, it represents a social and cultural clash in Romanian society, further heightening its significance as one of the most highly anticipated fixtures in the country's football calendar. A live football bet can be made right now at 1xBet, and here you can also wager on competitions from Romania and other places too.

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Chris Bates

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