User:Quidster4040/Fort Lauderdale – Tampa Bay soccer rivalry
| Other names | Florida Derby[1] |
|---|---|
| Location | Florida |
| Teams | Fort Lauderdale Strikers / Miami Fusion vs. FC Tampa Bay / Tampa Bay Rowdies / Tampa Bay Mutiny |
| First meeting | May 7, 1977[2] |
| Latest meeting | May 14, 2011 |
| Next meeting | July 10, 2011 |
| Statistics | |
| Meetings total | 77[3] |
| Most wins | Tampa Bay (19) |
| All-time series | 19–18–4 (Tampa Bay) |
| Regular season series | League: 17–16–8 (Tampa Bay) Cup: 1–0–0 (Fort Lauderdale) |
| Postseason results | 2–1–0 (Tampa Bay) |
| Largest victory | Tampa Bay 0–4 Miami (May 25, 2001) |
The Fort Lauderdale–Tampa Bay rivalry refers to the ongoing rivalry between soccer franchises based in either the Tampa Bay or Miami–Fort Lauderdale metro areas. The rivalry initially dates back to the original Fort Lauderdale Strikers and the original Tampa Bay Rowdies of the North American Soccer League,[4] and presently refers to the new Fort Lauderdale Strikers and FC Tampa Bay, whom both play in the recent 2010 version of the NASL.[1][5] Additionally, the rivalry includes the late 80s/early 90s when the two sides played in the third version of the American Soccer League.[6]
The rivalry between the two cities dates back nearly 35 years, and has involved former MLS clubs, Tampa Bay Mutiny and Miami Fusion as well. The rivalry in MLS was short-lived, as in 2001 both clubs were contracted due to ownership issues. The rivalry was reincarinated in the mid to late 2000s when USL awarded franchises to the Tampa and Fort Lauderdale areas.[7]
In recent times, the rivalry between both fans and the media has been dubbed the Florida Derby, referencing the two club's locations in South Florida.[1]
Supporters[edit]
The heart of the rivalry between the two sides exists primarily within the two clubs' supporters groups. Presently, the Fort Lauderdale Strikers are supported by the Miami Ultras, whom also supported the Miami Fusion F.C..[8]
FC Tampa Bay is supported by Ralph's Mob, an independent supporters association, founded in 2009. The group formed alluding to the old Rowdies' mascot, "Ralph".[9]
Past Results[edit]
Rowdies vs. Strikers[edit]
| Date | Venue | Score | Competition | Attendance | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 7, 1977 | Tampa Stadium | 1–0 | NASL Regular Season | 24,753 | [2] |
| July 1, 1977 | Lockhart Stadium | 3–2 | NASL Regular Season | 9,325 | [2] |
| June 17, 1978 | Tampa Stadium | 3–2 | NASL Regular Season | 22,506 | [10] |
| June 17, 1978 | Lockhart Stadium | 1–2 | NASL Regular Season | 15,094 | [10] |
| August 20, 1978 | Lockhart Stadium | 3–2 | NASL Playoffs: Conf. Final, Game 1 | 16,286 | [10] |
| August 23, 1978 | Tampa Stadium | 3–1 | NASL Playoffs: Conf. Final, Game 2 | 37,249 | [10] |
| April 28, 1979 | Lockhart Stadium | 1–2 | NASL Regular Season | 16,668 | [11] |
| June 23, 1979 | Tampa Stadium | 1–2 | NASL Regular Season | 41,102 | [11] |
| June 8, 1980 | Lockhart Stadium | 1–2 | NASL Regular Season | 18,223 | [12] |
| August 2, 1980 | Tampa Stadium | 1–0 | NASL Regular Season | 40,368 | [12] |
| May 16, 1981 | Tampa Stadium | 1–0 | NASL Regular Season | 24,102 | [13] |
| May 20, 1981 | Lockhart Stadium | 3–2 | NASL Regular Season | 14,144 | [13] |
| August 9, 1981 | Lockhart Stadium | 1–0 | NASL Regular Season | 15,113 | [13] |
| August 16, 1981 | Tampa Stadium | 3–2 | NASL Regular Season | 25,650 | [13] |
| April 10, 1982 | Tampa Stadium | 2–3 | NASL Regular Season | 25,390 | [14] |
| May 5, 1982 | Lockhart Stadium | 2–3 | NASL Regular Season | 15,205 | [14] |
| June 9, 1982 | Tampa Stadium | 4–2 | NASL Regular Season | 15,211 | [14] |
| August 18, 1982 | Lockhart Stadium | 2–1 | NASL Regular Season | 11,426 | [14] |
| June 4, 1983 | Lockhart Stadium | 4–3 | NASL Regular Season | 11,047 | [15] |
| July 9, 1983 | Tampa Stadium | 2–3 | NASL Regular Season | 8,319 | [15] |
| August 24, 1983 | Tampa Stadium | 1–2 | NASL Regular Season | 5,780 | [15] |
| August 31, 1983 | Lockhart Stadium | 5–0 | NASL Regular Season | 7,024 | [15] |
| May 13, 1989 | Lockhart Stadium | 0–3 | ASL Regular Season | 5,624 | [16] |
| July 22, 1989 | Lockhart Stadium | 0–3 | ASL Regular Season | 3,122 | [16] |
| August 5, 1989 | Tampa Stadium | 2–5 | ASL Regular Season | 4,311 | [16] |
| May 11, 1991 | Lockhart Stadium | 2–1 | ASL Regular Season | [17] | |
| June 22, 1991 | Tampa Stadium | 1–0 | ASL Regular Season | [17] |
| Rowdies wins | Draws | Strikers wins |
|---|---|---|
| 11 | 0 | 10 |
Mutiny vs. Fusion[edit]
| Date | Venue | Score | Competition | Attendance | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 24, 2000 | Raymond James Stadium | 1–4 | MLS Regular Season | 13,045 | [18] |
| June 24, 2000 | Lockhart Stadium | 2–3 | MLS Regular Season | 9,981 | [18] |
| May 15, 2001 | Lockhart Stadium | 3–1 | MLS Regular Season | 12,114 | [19] |
| May 26, 2001 | Raymond James Stadium | 0–4 | MLS Regular Season | 8,077 | [19] |
| Mutiny wins | Draws | Fusion wins |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 3 |
References[edit]
- ^ a b c Harris, Christopher (30 April 2010). "Miami FC v Tampa Bay Rowdies: Florida Derby Returns This Weekend". MLS Talk. Retrieved 20 May 2011.
- ^ a b c Dully, Jeffery. "Team Statistics 1977". J. Dully. The Unofficial Official Fort Lauderdale Strikers Website. Retrieved 17 May 2011.
- ^ "Haven't We Met?". Kenn.com.
- ^ "Fort Lauderdale Strikers History: 1963-1976". Retrieved 20 May 2011.
- ^ Wittmann, Gary (15 April 2011). "NASL News and Notes: Strikers Add Two Attackers". Inside Minnesota Soccer. Retrieved 20 May 2011.
- ^ Lazzarino, Chris (30 April 1988). "Strikers (1-1) Renewing Rivalry Against Rowdies". Sun-Sentinel. Retrieved 20 May 2011.
- ^ "Florida Rivalry Renewed". Miami FC. 1 May 2010. Retrieved 20 May 2011.
- ^ "Miami Ultras Home". Miami Ultras. Retrieved 20 May 2011.
- ^ "About". Ralph's Mob. Retrieved 20 May 2011.
- ^ a b c d Dully, Jeffery. "Team Statistics 1978". J. Dully. The Unofficial Official Fort Lauderdale Strikers Website. Retrieved 18 May 2011.
- ^ a b Dully, Jeffery. "Team Statistics 1979". J. Dully. The Unofficial Official Fort Lauderdale Strikers Website. Retrieved 18 May 2011.
- ^ a b Dully, Jeffery. "Team Statistics 1980". J. Dully. The Unofficial Official Fort Lauderdale Strikers Website. Retrieved 18 May 2011.
- ^ a b c d Dully, Jeffery. "Team Statistics 1981". J. Dully. The Unofficial Official Fort Lauderdale Strikers Website. Retrieved 18 May 2011.
- ^ a b c d Dully, Jeffery. "Team Statistics 1982". J. Dully. The Unofficial Official Fort Lauderdale Strikers Website. Retrieved 18 May 2011.
- ^ a b c d Dully, Jeffery. "Team Statistics 1983". J. Dully. The Unofficial Official Fort Lauderdale Strikers Website. Retrieved 18 May 2011.
- ^ a b c "American Soccer League 1989 Season". A-League Archives. Tripod. Retrieved 18 May 2011.
- ^ a b "Fort Lauderdale – Tampa Bay Rowdies Results: 1991 ASL season". A-League Archives. Retrieved 19 May 2011.
- ^ a b "Miami Fusion F.C. – 2000 results". Bari '91 Soccer Stats. Retrieved 20 May 2011.
- ^ a b "Miami Fusion F.C. – 2001 results". Bari '91 Soccer Stats. Retrieved 20 May 2011.