For any soccer fanatic in the world, a tour of the English Premier League is a bucket list item. Dubbed as the most competitive and physically demanding soccer league in the world; the English League is a magnificent experience to take-in, particularly given that some of the best clubs and stadiums are soaked in decades of history and traditions.

The tricky part in planning an itinerary centered around soccer is choosing the matches and venues to hit. There are so many legendary clubs and great matches to choose from. Thus, to help you narrow it down, we have listed the most popular soccer attractions in UK. Grab a few last minute travel deals and experience some of the greatest action of world soccer.

The Manchester Derby

Hop on a cheap flight to Manchester and witness one of the most awaited clashes of the year between the two English giants – Manchester United and Manchester City. Though, a Man United and Liverpool match is cited as the EPL’s most heated competition, the Manchester Derby is no less fierce.

Man United is the most decorated English club of all time and Manchester City has been a top club since the past two decades. As an added bonus, both the clubs play their home matches at impressive venues, Man United at the iconic Old Trafford and Manchester City at Etihad Stadium.

The North London Derby

Catch a cheap flight to London and experience the nerve-wrecking clash between the two North London rivals; Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur. The derby may not be as big as the Manchester one, but a tie between both the clubs is highly anticipated as both the clubs are considered as title contenders.

Arsenal is a legendary club and Spurs over the years has been garnering as much attention as the big clubs. Their home venues, Emirates Stadium and White Hart Lane are located just a few miles apart. More often than not, the matches live up to the hype, but most of the times its Arsenal that scores the 3 points.

The Merseyside Derby

Rivalry between Liverpool and Everton is one of the oldest in world football and one of the most intriguing. The games are a highly competitive contest where both the Merseyside clubs clash for the Merseyside pride. In the stands, the spectators form a distinct fusion of Liverpool and Everton supporters which within the English League is never seen.

In the other matches, the crowds have to be segregated to avoid conflict, but in this derby it is waived. This is due to the fact that many of the families in the city are a blend of red and blue allowing them to enjoy the game together owing to its respectful rivalry.

Selhurst Park

Score a cheap airline ticket to London and head to one of UK’s best soccer stadiums Selhurst Park. The stadium is home ground to Crystal Palace. Although the club is not as esteemed as Manchester United or Arsenal, its enthusiastic fan base creates one of the most electrifying atmospheres in the league.

Author's Bio: 

Victor Martin is a Freelance Travel Writer.