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The Derby della Toscana is the football rivalry between ACF Fiorentina of Florence and Empoli FC of Empoli. It is a regional fixture involving two clubs from Tuscany, with Empoli located in the metropolitan area of Florence and the teams meeting in domestic competitions including Serie A and the Coppa Italia. The rivalry is also known as the Derby dell'Arno, reflecting the clubs' location in the Arno River basin.
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Which teams play in the Derby della Toscana?
The rivalry is between ACF Fiorentina of Florence and Empoli FC of Empoli. Both clubs are from Tuscany, making their meetings a regional derby.
Why is Fiorentina versus Empoli called the Derby della Toscana?
The name refers to the clubs' shared region rather than to one stadium or neighborhood. Fiorentina represents Florence, while Empoli represents the town of Empoli in Tuscany.
In which competitions do Fiorentina and Empoli meet?
They meet in Italian domestic competitions, including Serie A when both clubs are in the top division. They can also face one another in domestic cup competition if the draw creates that fixture.
Where are Fiorentina and Empoli based?
ACF Fiorentina is based in Florence, and Empoli FC is based in Empoli. Empoli lies in the wider metropolitan area associated with Florence.
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