Liverpool legend Jamie Carragher forced to backtrack on comment about Nicolas Jackson during Chelsea's Premier League clash with Manchester City

During the intense match between Chelsea and Manchester City, Jamie Carragher, the renowned Liverpool legend turned commentator, found himself eating his words. Just moments before Nicolas Jackson scored a vital goal for Chelsea, Carragher had commented that he hadn't seen much from the young striker. But in a matter of seconds, Jackson proved him wrong and found the back of the net, prompting Carragher to jokingly admit his mistake.

Fans React to Carragher's Misjudgment

As soon as Carragher's misjudgment became apparent, fans wasted no time in sharing their amusement on social media. One Twitter user cheekily referred to the commentator's curse, while another playfully suggested that Carragher had inadvertently set up Jackson for success. The general consensus among fans was that Carragher's comment had jinxed the outcome, leading to a wave of witty remarks and light-hearted banter.

A Thrilling Match Ends in a Draw

The match between Chelsea and Manchester City ended in a thrilling 4-4 draw, leaving both teams with a share of the points. Erling Haaland opened the scoring for City with a penalty, followed by goals from Thiago Silva and Raheem Sterling for Chelsea. Manuel Akanji and Haaland scored once again for City, while Jackson's goal in the 67th minute brought Chelsea level for the third time. Just when it seemed like City had secured the win with Rodri's goal in the 86th minute, ex-Man City star Cole Palmer converted a penalty in added time, securing a dramatic equalizer for Chelsea.

Despite the intense competition, Carragher's misjudgment and subsequent admission brought a lighthearted moment to the match. It serves as a reminder that even the most experienced commentators can be caught off guard by a player's performance, adding an element of unpredictability and excitement to the game.