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.

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

Jamie Carragher has finally reacted to his controversial comments about the AFCON, which he claimed is not a 'major' tournamentCarragher is but among a host of European ex-players, coaches and club owners who share negative views about AFCONAfrican players have often struggled with such sentiments when the AFCON tournament is on the horizon Jamie Carragher has responded to criticism after his remarks about Mohamed Salah and the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) sparked backlash.

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 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.

Jamie Carragher and Rio Ferdinand have been tangled in a war of words - but it's not the first time the former England team-mates have clashed

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.

Ahmed Musa and Egyptian star Mohamed Salah have criticised Jamie Carragher over derogatory comments about the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).

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 ). Carragher was criticised after he appeared to dismiss the idea that AFCON is a major tournament while discussing in-form Liverpool star Mohamed Salah ’s chances of winning the Ballon d'Or.