THIS IS FOR YOU, CARRAGHER!

The English national football team may be nicknamed The Three Lions, but they were out-roared at home on Tuesday by some real lions - Senegal, aka The Lions of Teranga. The Senegalese side made history by becoming the first African team to defeat England, winning 3-1 in a friendly at City Ground in Nottinghamshire. One of those celebrating there was former Senegalese player El Hadji Diouf, who used the occasion to taunt former England player Jamie Carragher (@Carra23 on X).

Recall that a few months back, Carragher had seemed to suggest that the African Cup of Nations (AFCON) was not a major tournament. He was participating in a TV discussion on the odds of Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah winning the coveted Balon d’Or. According to Carragher, Salah playing in the AFCON was a hindrance as Balon d’Or voters do not hold the competition in high regard.

Well, how’s that for your low regard, Carragher - an AFCON country beating England 3-1 at home? Have a watch of Diouf’s message for Carragher and let us know what you think.
Video credits: Sky News and tv2.no