Lanús was founded in 1915 and Tigre in 1902, making Lanús the younger of the two clubs.
Lanús has won the Argentine Primera Division title three times, in 2007, 2016, and 2016, while Tigre has never won the league title.
Lanús' home stadium is Estadio Ciudad de Lanús – Néstor Diaz Pérez, commonly known as "La Fortaleza", while Tigre's home stadium is Estadio José Dellagiovanna, commonly known as "El Coliseo".
Lanús' colors are red and white, while Tigre's colors are blue and red.
Lanús is known for its strong youth academy, which has produced several talented players over the years, while Tigre has also had success in developing young talents.
Lanús and Tigre have a historical rivalry known as the Clásico del Sur, which is considered one of the most heated derbies in Argentine football.