Gary Neville and Jamie Carragher have exchanged good-natured jibes after Liverpool's shock 3-0 defeat to Nottingham Forest saw them drop below Manchester United in the Premier League table. The former defenders clashed during the latest episode of The Overlap, where Neville suggested Carragher could be 'in trouble' this season following his pre-season predictions.
When Carragher discussed Liverpool's defensive issues and the need for a January signing, Neville cheekily asked if failing to do so would allow United to finish above their rivals. Carragher retorted: 'You're desperate for that, aren't you? He got ridiculed for his predictions.' Neville hit back, saying his Monday Night Football predictions are 'more accurate' over time and that Carragher is 'in a bit of trouble' this season.
The exchange came after Liverpool's dismal performance at Anfield, where goals from Murillo, Nicolo Savona and Morgan Gibbs-White handed Nottingham Forest a surprise victory. The result left Liverpool in 11th place, one spot below Manchester United with only goal difference separating the two sides. United also have a game in hand, facing Everton on Monday night.
Ruben Amorim's United have enjoyed a fine run of form, going unbeaten in their last five league matches with wins over Sunderland, Liverpool, and Brighton, while Liverpool have managed just one victory in their last five outings. The contrasting fortunes have given Neville early bragging rights in their long-standing rivalry.
