The temporary entitlement of fans of a winning team over the opposing set of fans after a victory in a big match. Often associated with derby matches and historical rivalries, a win for one team gives their fans bragging rights over their rivals until the next time they meet. It gives fans the chance to 'banter' through chants such as 'this city is ours' or 'can we play you every week'?.
Did you see how happy the Sunderland fans were after beating Newcastle in the Wear-Tyne Derby? They've now got bragging rights over their neighbours!
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