Dundee’s football rivalry is often called the friendliest derby in Scotland - but don’t be fooled.

When matchday comes around, friendships are temporarily put on hold, workplaces become battlegrounds, and the city centre turns into a sea of blue and tangerine.

No matter the result, the Dundee Derby remains one of the most iconic fixtures in Scottish football, packed with passion, drama, and a healthy dose of chaos.

So, if you ever find yourself at one, here are 8 surefire signs you’re at a Dundee derby.

1. You watch the rival team just walk to the other stadium because it’s no that far: Most away teams arrive in a fancy coach, but in Dundee? The opposition just strolls across the road. No dramatic bus convoys or long-distance travel - just a casual two-minute walk past the playpark before stepping into enemy territory.

   
   

2. The away end is technically in walking distance: Most derbies are preceded by a long train or bus journey - here it's a two-minute walk across the road. Away fans will have had to have parked closer to your ground than you did.

   
   

3. The atmosphere starts in the pubs… and stays in the pubs: Dundee pubs are flooded with blue and tangerine at kick-off, both sets of fans packed into their locals. And whatever the result, post-match discussion over a pint is no quieter.

   
   

4. Your ears are ringing - even after 90 minutes: It doesn’t matter if it’s a sell-out or a half-full midweek game - the noise is ridiculous. Chanting, jeering, and the occasional shout of “REF?!” make sure your voice is gone by full-time.

   
   

5. The banter is just relentless: Derby day isn’t just about the game - it’s about the weeks of roasting that follow. Win, and you’ll be posting reminders every day. Lose? Well, you’re logging off for a bit.

   
   

6. The match is utter madness, whatever the score: Even when it's 0-0, it's a daft 0-0. Calls for penalties, clearances off the line, and at least one "how did that fail to hit the back of the net?" moment ensure a spectacle.

   
   

7. You see someone you know in the other half: It cannot be helped. Dundee is a village. Your friend, your workmate, or that one cousin you thought had good taste - you'll see someone revealing their true colours.

   
   

8. Winning feels like you’ve won the league: Disregard form, disregard league position—this is the game that matters. Win, and it's "best side in the city" for the next few months. Lose, and you're shutting off from the socials until further notice.