Former Egypt international and ex-Aston Villa defender Ahmed Elmohamady has strongly criticized Jamie Carragher for his comments on Mohamed Salah’s international career.
Carragher’s Controversial Remark
Carragher recently suggested that Salah’s international achievements fall short when compared to other top players, arguing that the AFCON does not hold the same weight as other major tournaments. He further pointed out that Salah has not competed extensively in the FIFA World Cup or other globally recognized competitions, implying that this diminishes his legacy.
Elmohamady’s Response
Elmohamady, a two-time AFCON winner (2008, 2010), strongly disagreed with Carragher’s stance, taking to X (formerly Twitter) to express his views.
"Jamie Carragher doesn’t know what a major tournament is because he never won one. AFCON is a major tournament," he wrote.
"So proud to have won it twice."
Defending AFCON’s Legacy
Elmohamady’s response underscores the prestige and significance of AFCON, which remains Africa’s biggest football competition. His remarks highlight the underappreciation of African football on the global stage and serve as a defense of Salah’s achievements with Egypt.
By challenging Carragher’s comments, Elmohamady reinforces the importance of AFCON in world football and pushes back against Eurocentric perspectives on international success.