description A23 derby Overview
The A23 derby is the football rivalry between Brighton & Hove Albion and Crystal Palace. Its name comes from the A23 road, which links the areas around Brighton and south London, rather than from the clubs sharing the same city or county. The rivalry is a modern example of an inter-city English football contest shaped by repeated league meetings, supporter culture, and the unusual geography separating the two clubs.
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Which clubs play in the A23 derby?
The A23 derby is the football rivalry between Brighton & Hove Albion and Crystal Palace. It is one of English football's notable modern rivalries between clubs from different areas.
Why is the rivalry called the A23 derby?
The name comes from the A23 road, which links the area around Brighton with south London. It does not refer to a shared stadium or to both clubs being from the same city.
Is the A23 derby a same-city local derby?
No, Brighton & Hove Albion and Crystal Palace are not from the same city or county. The derby label reflects the clubs' rivalry and the A23 road connection between their regions.
Is the A23 derby named after a football competition?
No, A23 is a road reference rather than the name of a cup or league. The football rivalry is specifically between Brighton & Hove Albion and Crystal Palace.
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