Some matches matter more than the three points on offer. Premier League derbies carry history, local pride and years of memorable moments, and supporters often say that finishing above their neighbours matters as much as any trophy.
The North London derby
Arsenal against Tottenham Hotspur is one of the fiercest local rivalries in English football. The two clubs are separated by only a few miles, and the fixture is famous for its intensity on and off the pitch.
The Merseyside derby
Liverpool and Everton share the same city, and their meetings are among the oldest and most passionate in the country. Families in Liverpool are often split between red and blue, which adds a personal edge to every game.
The Manchester derby
Manchester United and Manchester City have turned a local rivalry into a contest between two of the most successful clubs of the modern era. Their matches regularly influence the title race.
Beyond the city derbies
Not every great rivalry is local. Liverpool against Manchester United is driven by the historic competition between two north-western giants and a long record of trophies won by both clubs.