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The Věčné Derby, or Eternal Derby, is the historic football rivalry between Prague clubs Slavia Prague and Sparta Prague. The fixture has been played since the late nineteenth century and is one of the defining contests in Czech football. It reflects a long-running competition between two major institutions in the capital and is followed by supporters in domestic league and cup matches.
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Which clubs play in the Věčné Derby?
The Věčné Derby is the Prague rivalry between SK Slavia Praha and AC Sparta Praha. It is also called the Prague S Derby because both clubs are identified by the letter S. [Source](https://sparta.cz/en/klub/history/prague-derby)
When was the first Sparta versus Slavia derby?
The first recorded derby took place on March 29, 1896, at Císařská louka. The match became controversial because a late Sparta goal was disputed and ultimately not counted, leaving the official result 0-0. [Source](https://slavia.cz/article/13703-120-let-rivality-Slavia-vs-Sparta)
Which stadiums are associated with the Věčné Derby?
Slavia's home is the Eden district, while Sparta's traditional home is Letná. Their modern grounds are among Prague's best-known football venues and regularly host the rivalry. [Source](https://sparta.cz/en/klub/history/prague-derby)
Why is the Prague rivalry called the Eternal Derby?
The name reflects a rivalry that has continued since the clubs first met in 1896 and remains central to Czech football culture. Sparta and Slavia are two of the country's most historically successful and widely supported clubs. [Source](https://sparta.cz/en/klub/history/prague-derby)
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