Chelsea vs Tottenham Hotspur: Battle of the Bridge Join us as we dive into one of the fiercest rivalries in English football. We’ll explore the history of the London derby between Chelsea and Tottenham and the 146-year-old stadium that has hosted it countless times, Stamford Bridge. The Battle of the Bridge: rivalry uncovered Chelsea vs. Tottenham has become one of the fiercest rivalries in English football, not just because of its proximity, but largely a result of some controversial decisions. The real rivalry began in the 1975 season where they both met as relegation rivals – Tottenham won, and Chelsea went down a few weeks later. Spurs went on to have a dominant streak, winning league titles and two FA Cups. Meanwhile Chelsea was at rock bottom, nearly relegated from Division Two in 1983. Come 1990, Chelsea started to hit form and enjoyed a period of dominance over their rivals. Over the next 16 years, Chelsea did not lose a single league game against Tottenham; a notable one was a 6-1 thrashing at White Hart Lane in 1997. Then came the 2016 Battle of the Bridge where Premier League leaders Tottenham visited Stamford Bridge with their eyes on the title, all they had to do was win. Antonio Conte’s side destroyed that hope in what is known as one of the fiercest games in Premier League history. The game ended 2-2 despite Spurs being up 2-0 at halftime with a total of 12 yellow cards were given throughout the match. Chelsea was not letting Tottenham win on home soil for the first time since 1990. Since this 2016 game the Chelsea Tottenham rivalry has been intense and it’s always a battle when Spurs return to Stamford Bridge. The Lions’ tours provide a unique opportunity to see some of the world’s best rugby talent play together, creating an exhilarating blend of rivalry and camaraderie among the nations of the British Isles. This tradition has not only shaped rugby’s history but also contributed to the sport’s cultural heritage, with every tour adding to the legacy of epic contests, unforgettable moments and a fierce pride in wearing the iconic red jersey. Stamford Bridge, the home of Chelsea FC Stamford Bridge is amongst the oldest football grounds in the country and has been Chelsea FC’s home since their formation in 1905. But, in its first 27 years, it was used almost exclusively for athletics competitions. It wasn’t until 1904 that the ownership changed, and the new football-enthusiast owners proposed hosting football at the venue. Initially the stadium was offered to Fulham, but they turned it down and so a new side was established, Chelsea FC. Samford Bridge has since been their fortress, a tough away game for any visiting opponent. It has had its fair share of struggles, in the 70s the club faced bankruptcy, and the owners sold the stadium to property developers. After a 10 year fight, ownership of the Bridge was returned to Chelsea in 1992 and it has since undergone extensive redevelopment, now seating 40,341 people.