One of the most satisfying features of true sporting rivalries are the way in which they allow supporters to define themselves without any of the usual doubts and insecurities that go along with something as complex as your personality, your politics, your choices. The definition can either be negative (“we aren’t them) or positive (“we are”), but either way, it doesn’t offer a lot of wiggle room. You’re either Porto, or Benfica; Barca, or Real, United, or City. Never both. It might hurt sometimes, but at least you know where you are.
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