Gary Neville complaint pre-match coverage Chelsea vs Newcastle offensive

Gary Neville slams Jamie Carragher's opinion on Liverpool-Man City rivalry as "offensive" in heated debate on Monday Night Football.

Gary Neville was not pleased with Jamie Carragher's take on the rivalry between Liverpool and Manchester City during a segment on Monday Night Football. He found it "offensive" and expressed his disagreement with Carragher's opinion.

During the discussion in the MNF studio before Chelsea's match against Newcastle, Carragher and Ian Wright talked about the iconic rivalry between Liverpool and Manchester City, especially after the dramatic 1-1 draw at Anfield the previous weekend. Carragher mentioned that the rivalry between United and Arsenal in the past was more fierce and aggressive in terms of players and managers, but the Liverpool-Manchester City games have brought a different level of quality, intensity, and entertainment.

Neville did not hold back in his response, stating that Carragher's claim about Liverpool and Manchester City having the greatest rivalry over the last six years was offensive. He pointed out the intense rivalry between Arsenal and Manchester United from 1998 to 2004, where both teams had significant success and battles on the pitch.

Carragher defended his stance, highlighting the quality of the games between Liverpool and Manchester City in recent years. He also mentioned the off-pitch animosity between players during the Arsenal-United rivalry, emphasizing that the current matches do not disappoint in terms of excitement and quality.

Ian Wright joined the conversation, urging Neville to let go of the rivalry debate and move on. Despite their differing opinions, the pundits engaged in a lively discussion about the rivalries and the qualities of the games involved. The debate showcased the passion and competitiveness that define football rivalries and the varying perspectives that fans and experts bring to the table.