Sentences with phrase «clash against bitter rivals»

Chiefs are one of the most popular club franchises in South Africa, with their Soweto derby clash against bitter rivals Orlando Pirates being one of the most highly attended events in world football.

However, following the Argentinian's mistake in the 2 - 1 defeat against Swansea City before the international break, De Gea could be handed a recall to the starting XI for the huge clash against bitter rivals Liverpool on Saturday evening.

Not exact matches

The two clash in the Cottonopolis derby in the final game on Saturday, with City already leading by 16 - points, and they will eagerly be looking to claim the title against their neighbours and bitter rivals.

Shanghai Shenhua's next two games will be played at home, first against their bitter rivals, Shanghai SIPG, in the Shanghai Derby in the Chinese Super League, followed by the Suwon Bluewings again for their ACL clash on Tuesday.

After this home clash with Blackburn, whom they've beaten in the last two seasons at home, comes a pair of huge encounters, both with their own unique significance and importance, as first comes the north - London Derby at The Emirates against Tottenham's bitterest of rivals Arsenal before a must win game with Werder Bremen in the Champions League, where qualification to the knock - outs is at stake.

The prospect has an obvious, novelistic allure: A run for mayor of New York this year would pit Mrs. Clinton against Mayor Bill de Blasio, a fellow Democrat who managed her Senate campaign in 2000, and, should she win, would put her in charge of President - elect Donald J. Trump's hometown, ensuring years of potential clashes between bitter rivals.