Yadanarbon F.C.–Yangon United F.C. rivalry
| Other names | Super Myanmar derby |
|---|---|
| Location | Central-Southern Myanmar |
| Teams | Yadanarbon Yangon United |
| First meeting | Yadanarbon 2–2 Yangon United (13 October 2009) Myanmar National League Cup |
| Latest meeting | Yadanarbon 1-3 Yangon United (23 June 2025) MNL Cup |
| Statistics | |
| Meetings total | 30 |
| Most wins | Yangon United (14) |
| Most player appearances | Yan Aung Kyaw (25 Matches) |
| All-time series | Yangon United: 14 Drawn: 9 Yadanarbon: 7 |
The Yadanarbon F.C.–Yangon United F.C. or Super Myanmar derby is a notable rivalry in Myanmar football as between Yadanarbon Football Club and Yangon United Football Club; first contested in 2009. Yadanarbon play at the Bahtoo Stadium in Mandalay and Yangon United play at the Thuwunna Stadium in Yangon. Both clubs are recognised as having great history and traditions. Although the two clubs have frequently been in the same division as each other since 2009, the rivalry has largely arisen before 2009. The rivalry has been noted for on-field trouble, particularly the contests in 2009, culminating in 2014 and 2015.[1][2]
Origins
In 2009 MNL Cup, Yangon United met Yadanarbon drew 2–2 for first time ever. In 2009 MNL Cup final, they met again. They drew 2–2 again and Yadanarbon won in penalty(4–1). Yadanarbon won their first time ever MNL Cup Champion.
Football rivalry
See also: Yadanarbon F.C. and Yangon United F.C.
Both clubs have enjoyed periods of dominance over Myanmar Football. Yadanarbon dominated Myanmar Football from 2009 to 2011, winning 2 MNL league championships and 1 AFC President's Cup. Likewise, Yangon United dominated Myanmar Football from 2011 to 2015,winning 4 league championships and 1 MFF Cup. During their respective period of dominance both clubs enjoyed several seasons in which they won multiple trophy in domestic and AFC President's Cup.
League
- As of 8 February 2025[3]
Yadanarbon in the league at home
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Yangon United in the league at home
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Honours
| Yadanarbon | Competition | Yangon United | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domestic | |||
| 4 | Myanmar National League | 5 | |
| 1 | MNL Cup/General Aung San Shield/MFF Cup | 3 | |
| – | MFF Charity Cup | 3 | |
| 5 | Aggregate | 10 | |
| Continental | |||
| 1 | AFC President's Cup | – | |
| 1 | Aggregate | – | |
| 6 | Total aggregate | 10 | |
Shared players history
Yadanarbon, then Yangon United
- Zaw Min Tun – December 2014 – Free
- Kekere Moukailou – December 2016 – Free
Yangon United, then Yadanarbon
- Kaung Sithu – December 2013 – 50 million Ks
- Yan Aung Win – December 2013 – 50 million Ks
- Sithu Aung – December 2014 – 80 million Ks
References
- ^ Roebuck, Matt (1 April 2016). "Battle for Bahtoo". Myanmar Times. Retrieved 23 May 2016.
- ^ Roebuck, Matt (5 April 2016). "Derby day brings out best and worst". Myanmar Times. Retrieved 23 May 2016.
- ^ "H2H Comparison". Soccerway.com. Soccerway. Retrieved 22 April 2025.