England football rivalry

Beds-Herts Derby

Luton v Watford

Rivalry intensity
Ground separation 18.0 miles
The Luton Town vs. Watford rivalry, widely known as the M1 Derby or Beds-Herts Derby, is one of English football’s most bitter and visceral local feuds. Separated by just 18 miles across county lines, the tension dates back to their first meeting in 1885

Rivalry ground map

The map automatically adjusts to keep every stadium marker visible.

Stadium location

Rivalry clubs: movement through the football pyramid

Compare the clubs' overall positions across the pyramid by season. Position 1 is at the top; gaps indicate seasons without a recorded position.

This chart is shown when both clubs are currently in the Premier League, Championship, League One or League Two. It shows overall pyramid position, not finishing position within each club's own division.

The rivalry grounds

Things to do near the rivalry grounds

Attractions, tours and activities around the midpoint of the two stadiums.

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