Seville is the capital of Spain's Andalusian region and is the life and
soul of the nation. Enchanted with effortlessly stylish bars and
colourful buildings, this is a charismatic metropolis doused in the
endless sun of southern Spain. The city is also home to two historic
institutions of Spanish football - Real Betis and Sevilla - and when
they go head-to-head to contest El Gran Derbi, the rest of Spain can
only watch in awe. This is a pulsating and arresting experience which
encapsulates the beautiful game in all its raw, spellbinding brilliance.
Spanish football is more than Barcelona and Real Madrid. Much more. The
city contrasts uptown Sevilla with downtown Betis. Los Rojiblancos
pitted against Los Verdiblancos. Sevillistas and Beticos. Nothing can
compare to this beautiful city and the crazy passion for football that
it produces, either in Spain or Europe. Colin Millar - who made the city
his home - charts the illustrious histories of football in the city and
explores how both clubs represent a way of life for Sevillanos.