Bragging rights, regional supremacy and a functioning cannon are on the line when FC Dallas meets the rival Houston Dynamo on Sunday.
There's no doubt the fans view the game with special importance. The Dynamo don't need to be present for chants and songs to be directed at the hated rival during matches. When the rival comes to town, it's even more heated. The Texas Derby is special for those in the stadium.
But what about for the team itself? FC Dallas' starting lineup could include players from eight countries for Sunday night's nationally televised showcase. Do they care about getting one over on the team down I-45?