Even though Gary Neville's Manchester United allegiances are well known, he believes Brighton goalkeeper Robert Sanchez should have been sent off against Liverpool.
One look at Gary Neville's notorious celebration in front of Liverpool fans in 2006 reveals his views toward the Merseysiders.
Over the years, the former Manchester United captain had many skirmishes with the Reds.
He was a vital gear in Sir Alex Ferguson's machine, which knocked Liverpool off their perch, in the Scot's famous words.
Even Neville, a die-hard Manchester United supporter, couldn't deny that he thought Brighton & Hove Albion's Robert Sanchez should have been sent off for his challenge on Luis Diaz.
Neville resorted to social media to express his feelings on the contentious episode.
Diaz scored a goal for Liverpool
Diaz scored a goal for Liverpool to put them ahead of Brighton.
On Twitter, Neville wrote, "Gotta be a red card."
Sanchez sprinted off of his line to try and clear Joel Matip's pinpoint cross over the top for Diaz, who had slipped past the Seagulls' defense.
The former Porto man not only timed his run perfectly, but he also timed his header perfectly, heroically leaping forward to head past the onrushing Sanchez.
Diaz beat the goalkeeper to the ball and put the Reds ahead early, but his perseverance came at a high cost.
Liverpool's Diaz valiantly scored the game's
Liverpool's Diaz valiantly scored the game's first goal.
Because of Sanchez's dedication to clearing the through ball, he collided with the Colombian forward and kicked him in the chest.
Diaz writhed on the floor for a long time while the travelling Liverpool fans sang, forcing his teammates to summon the team physicians to the field of play.
Sanchez stayed on the field despite the challenge appearing to be a clear example of risky and reckless conduct.
Diaz required medical attention
Diaz required medical attention following the challenge.
Neville's Sky Sports sparring partner also added his knowledge on social media, claiming Sanchez would have been sacked if the goal had not gone in.
"I'm certain the red card wasn't given because the goal was scored." It's a red card if the header travels past the post. Carragher wrote on Twitter, "It's almost like a goal in enough."
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