description Hell is Real Derby Overview
The Hell Is Real Derby is the Major League Soccer rivalry between Columbus Crew and FC Cincinnati, representing two Ohio cities separated by roughly 100 miles. The clubs first met in 2017, before Cincinnati entered MLS, and the fixture took its name from a roadside billboard on Interstate 71 bearing the words "Hell Is Real." It has since become a regular regional rivalry in American soccer.
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Which teams play in the Hell Is Real Derby?
The rivalry is between Columbus Crew and FC Cincinnati. Both clubs represent Ohio cities in Major League Soccer.
Why is it called the Hell Is Real Derby?
The name comes from a roadside billboard along the route between Columbus and Cincinnati. The two cities are separated by roughly 100 miles.
When did Columbus Crew and FC Cincinnati first meet?
The clubs first met in 2017, before FC Cincinnati entered MLS. Their meetings later developed into the MLS rivalry known as the Hell Is Real Derby.
Is the Hell Is Real Derby an MLS rivalry?
Yes, it is a Major League Soccer rivalry between Columbus Crew and FC Cincinnati. It reflects the geographic and regional competition between two Ohio clubs.
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