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Forget Man United v Liverpool and Jose Mourinho v Arsene Wenger. Very soon, the biggest rivalry in football will be FIFA 16 v Pro Evolution Soccer 16.

With the release of the two games' new editions fast approaching, competition between the two is starting to get tasty. In previous years, the fight between the two titles has been more Chelsea v Fulham than Newcastle v Sunderland - FIFA have been so far ahead, there hasn't been much competition.

However, all the indications are that PES/Pro-Evo (make a choice, people!) has significantly closed the gap this time around.

We already know their gameplay looks massively improved - but now they're nicking teams directly from FIFA.

(Image: PES/PlayStation Access)

Flamengo and Corinthians, two of Brazil's biggest clubs, have announced that they will NOT be appearing in FIFA 16… and have agreed a deal with Pro-Evo instead.

Apparently, the offer made by EA Sports (creators of FIFA) was "very bad", which is why they have instead signed up with Konami (creators of PES).

Granted, the presence/absence of two Brazilian sides might not be the deciding factor in which game you choose to buy.

But still - PES appears to be gaining ground. Be afraid, FIFA. Be very afraid…