During a heated football discussion, Jamie Carragher questioned Mohamed Salah’s chances of winning the Ballon d’Or, stating that the Egyptian star needed to win a “major tournament.” When Micah Richards and Daniel Sturridge pointed out that Salah had already won the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), Carragher scoffed, seemingly downplaying the tournament’s significance.

His reaction didn’t sit well with many, as Richards and Sturridge reaffirmed that AFCON is a prestigious competition. The moment sparked controversy, with fans and pundits calling out Carragher for what they saw as a lack of respect for African football.