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Rivalries are a common and, some would say, much-loved part of the sport of football. For the most part, such rivalries are rooted in friendliness and generally don't develop into full-blown hatred or animosity. There are many well-known football rivalries in the UK; Manchester United versus Arsenal and Blackburn versus Burnley are just two prominent examples. In Liverpool, though, it is the rivalry between the Everton and Liverpool football clubs that gets the most attention. This rivalry has split apart families and rages on year after year; some would say that a genuine chasm exists between two clubs that sit - geographically speaking - just a few kilometres apart from one another. Money At The Root Of The Rivalry As happens so often, an argument over money is what laid the foundation for the long-running rivalry between Everton and Liverpool. Prior to 1892, Everton was the premier football club in Liverpool. The team played at Anfield; Everton's then-owner had a disagreement with the owners of Anfield concerning rent. Rather than work it out, Everton moved over to nearby Goodison Park and Anfield's owner recruited a handful of Scottish players to form the Liverpool football club. From there on out, a fierce rivalry ensued. A Very Local Derby Is Great Fun For All Despite the rivalry between the Everton and Liverpool clubs, it is clear that the majority of fans relish the situation. The Merseyside derby is one of the most talked-about events in the region, attracting huge numbers of passionate fans who show up to support one of the two teams. Liverpool supporters deck themselves out in red, while Everton fans wear blue with pride. Some would say that Liverpool is the more successful team - after all, Everton nearly faced relegation back around 2000 and 2001 - but supporters on both sides are equally avid. Get In On The Famous Rivalry If you're an avid football fan and want to see a long-running feud in action, make it a point to attend a Merseyside derby. Be sure to book Liverpool hotels well in advance, as they can sell out quite quickly when the derby is on. For added convenience, select hotels in Liverpool that are within walking distance of either Anfield or Goodison Park; as close as the two fields are to one another, it shouldn't be a problem. On game day, wear the colour of your choice and get in on the fun.
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