Jamie Carragher's AFCON comments were 'ignorant'

Jamie Carragher’s AFCON comments reflect a wider issue of disrespect towards the tournament
The Sky Sports pundit dismissed the Africa Cup of Nations' status as a 'major tournament' but was quickly challenged by fellow panellists
Viewers spot what Sky Sports did after Jamie Carragher's Mo Salah and AFCON comments
Fans have been reacting after pointing out what Sky Sports appeared to do with Jamie Carragher's controversial Mohamed Salah and AFCON comments. On Sunday afternoon, Salah was the star of the show as he scored and assisted to help Liverpool beat Manchester City 2-0 in the Premier League.
Okocha criticises Carragher's AFCON comments
Nigerian football legend, Jay-Jay Okocha, has criticised former Liverpool defender Jamie Carragher over his remarks regarding the Africa Cup of Nations, suggesting that the Englishman does not appreciate African football.
Musa, Mo Salah slam Carragher over AFCON comments
Ahmed Musa and Egyptian star Mohamed Salah have criticised Jamie Carragher over derogatory comments about the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).
Simon Jordan defends Jamie Carragher over 'disrespectful' AFCON comment
Former English footballer Simon Jordan has said that the African Cup of Nations (AFCON) is not rated as a major tournament due to its low standard.
Rio Ferdinand: Jamie Carragher's AFCON comments were 'ignorant'
Ex-Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand has said Jamie Carragher's comments disregarding the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) as a major tournament were ignorant.
Why Carragher is Wrong About AFCON
Former Liverpool player Jamie Carragher alluded to the Africa Cup of Nations being a lesser tournament than the Euros and World Cup, igniting backlash from fans and notable players such as Rio Ferdinand.
England legend Rio Ferdinand slams Jamie Carragher for comment about AFCON
Former Manchester United and England defender Rio Ferdinand has criticised Jamie Carragher for describing the Africa Cup of Nations as not a major tournament.
Inside Jamie Carragher and Rio Ferdinand feud - Mohamed Salah response, Ronaldo debate
Liverpool legend Jamie Carragher has clashed with Rio Ferdinand on many occasions. There was another spat this week after comments made on Mohamed Salah.
Carragher’s utterances reflect a general western bias towards AFCON
Jamie Carragher’s claim that Mohamed Salah’s AFCON participation harms his Ballon d'Or chances has sparked backlash. Critics ...
Row over AFCON disrespect; Kluivert shows up Palmer as Chelsea fans protest; Olsen mascot spat
How Carragher sparked a row about AFCON and 'major tournaments'. Plus: Kluivert shows Palmer how to do it, and mascot beef.
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Ekong reveals AFCON dream with Super Eagles after Carragher downplayed tournament
Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has shared his ultimate goal at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, which ...
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After John Obi Mikel tells Jamie Carragher to ‘f**k off’, Chelsea forward Nicolas Jackson makes feelings clear about AFCON row
Chelsea forward Nicolas Jackson has made his feelings clear about the AFCON row after John Obi Mikel told Jamie Carragher to ...
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Carragher under fire for dismissing AFCON as ‘not a major tournament’
Former Liverpool defender Jamie Carragher has sparked controversy after dismissing the Africa Cup of Nations as not a major tournament while discussing Mohamed Salah’s chances of winning the Ballon ...
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"AFCON is a big tournament": Former Manchester City player responds to Jamie Carragher
Former Manchester City star responded to Jamie Carragher's comments, asserting that the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) is a ...
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Jamie Carragher's disparaging AFCON remarks are myopic - Former NFF chief Amaju Pinnick
Former Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) president Amaju Pinnick has strongly criticized ex-England and Liverpool defender ...