The Sky Sports pundit dismissed the Africa Cup of Nations' status as a 'major tournament' but was quickly challenged by fellow panellists

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.

Jamie Carragher has been in the firing line over comments on Mohamed Salah and AFCON. But another Liverpool legend has agreed with much of what the defender said.

Jamie Carragher has called Rio Ferdinand “a clown” after the former Manchester United defender labelled him “ignorant” over his comments on the Africa Cup of Nations ( AFCON ).

Jamie Carragher has denied being “disrespectful” to the Africa Cup of Nations after branding Rio Ferdinand a “clown” for accusing him of ignorance about the tournament’s status.

Former Liverpool star who played alongside Jamie Carragher has reacted to his controversial comments about Mohamed Salah and AFCON. Carragher caused controversy on Sunday afternoon during the aftermath of Liverpool's 2-0 win over Manchester City in the Premier League.

Jamie Carragher and Rio Ferdinand have clashed on social media various times in recent years and Monday saw a fresh row following the Liverpool legend's comments on the Africa Cup of Nations

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.

Mohamed Salah has been told he should be the main contender to win the Ballon d'Or, as the fierce debate over the Liverpool forward's chances of winning the award rumbles on

Former Manchester United and England defender Rio Ferdinand has criticised Jamie Carragher for describing the Africa Cup of Nations as not a major tournament.