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Jamie Carragher in fiery row over Florian Wirtz live on TV after Liverpool loss

Jamie Carragher accused Daniel Sturridge of making excuses for the Liverpool flop.

Published: Sunday, 11 October 2026 at 8:33 PM
Jamie Carragher in fiery row over Florian Wirtz live on TV after Liverpool loss
Key Things to Know
  • Jamie Carragher and Daniel Sturridge clashed live on Sky Sports over Florian Wirtz's performances for Liverpool.
  • The heated debate followed 10-man Liverpool's 3-0 Premier League defeat against Manchester City at Anfield.
  • Daniel Sturridge argued Wirtz is playing out of position as a No. 10 instead of on the left.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Jamie Carragher and Daniel Sturridge engaged in a heated debate on Sky Sports regarding Florian Wirtz following Liverpool's 3-0 home defeat against Manchester City. Carragher accused Sturridge of making excuses for the £116 million German playmaker, criticizing his physical presence and lack of attacking output after 10-man Liverpool struggled at Anfield.

Sturridge defended Wirtz by arguing that he is being played out of position as a central No. 10 rather than in his preferred half-space on the left wing. While Sturridge conceded that Wirtz has not met expectations relative to his price tag, Carragher insisted the midfielder must do far more regardless of tactical deployment.

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