London derbies

It specifically refers to individual matches between the teams, but can also be used to describe the general ongoing rivalry between the clubs and fans.

The first London Football League derby took place at Clapton Stadium on 11 November 1905, where Chelsea beat Clapton Orient 3–0 in a Second Division match.

Chelsea also won the first top-flight London derby with a 2–1 victory over Woolwich Arsenal (now Arsenal), in a First Division game at Stamford Bridge on 9 November 1907.

Arsenal against Tottenham Hotspur and Millwall against West Ham United are ranked as two of the most ferocious London derbies.

[2][3] Southern League Premier South: Hanwell Town Defunct English Football League clubs based in London include Thames and Wimbledon.

Bitter rivals Millwall and West Ham United playing in the 1930 FA Cup at Upton Park . [ 1 ]