Sky Sports pundits Gary Neville and Jamie Carragher have condemned the racial abuse aimed at AFC Bournemouth striker Antoine Semenyo during Friday night's Premier League opener at Anfield.

The Ghana international was subjected to abuse in the first half, forcing a brief halt to play.

Despite Liverpool securing a 4-2 victory, Semenyo responded with a brace, demonstrating resilience in the face of the incident.

Neville, the former Manchester United defender, voiced his dismay at the situation, stating: "It overshadows what should be an amazing night.