Gary Neville was removed from proud of a section on Monday Night time Soccer forward of Chelsea’s conflict towards Newcastle and described it as “offensive”.
Within the MNF studio earlier than kick-off, pundits Jamie Carragher and Ian Wright mentioned how iconic the rivalry between Liverpool and Manchester Metropolis has turn out to be following final weekend’s dramatic 1-1 draw at Anfield.
Chatting with viewers as footage from Sunday’s sport performed on-screen, Carragher stated: “I do not assume we have seen video games like this. And that is not as a result of Liverpool are concerned.
“You return to that rivalry between United and Arsenal, that was extra fierce and aggressive between the gamers and managers. When it comes to high quality, depth, leisure… I do not assume we have seen this earlier than.”
Not lengthy after, co-commentator Gary Neville obtained concerned within the debate – and he did not maintain again in his opinion.
“I imply, Carragher’s assertion that Liverpool and Manchester Metropolis during the last six years is the best rivalry is offensive,” he stated.
“From ’98 to 2004, Arsenal gained three titles. Manchester United gained 4. It was blood, thunder and high quality. All the pieces that you just’d need in a rivalry.
“During the last six years, Liverpool have gained one title. It has been an absolute demolition. And for Ian Wright to face there and never pull him up on it’s unbelievable.”
You possibly can watch the clip in full beneath.
Carragher hit again, saying: “I imply, hear, off the pitch, it was an even bigger rivalry. All of them did not like one another. He [Neville] was working down the tunnel making an attempt to get away from [Patrick] Vieira…”
The previous defender, who made 737 appearances for Liverpool, added: “When it comes to high quality, I believe these are the higher video games. 100 per cent. They by no means, ever disappoint.”
Ian Wright additionally chipped in. “You already know one thing, Gary. I am fantastic with all of the rivalry stuff. It is fantastic. Simply let it go, bro. Let it go.”
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Matters: Jamie Carragher, Gary Neville, Premier League, Arsenal, Manchester United, Liverpool, Manchester Metropolis
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