Newcastle captain Bruno Guimaraes brutally called out popular football legend who’s always talking bulsh**t about him and his club

Newcastle United captain Bruno Guimarães delivered one of his most passionate and outspoken post match interviews since arriving on Tyneside, using the moments after the club’s tense 2–1 victory over Burnley to call out what he described as “constant nonsense” spoken about him and his team.

The Brazilian midfielder, who scored the opening goal and put in a commanding display, made no attempt to hide his frustration at the criticism that had circulated in the build-up to the match. He said the remarks were “disrespectful” and claimed they added extra fuel to his performance.

Those comments were directed at former Liverpool defender Jamie Carragher, whose pre match prediction on television suggested Newcastle would lose the game and questioned Guimarães’ leadership and confidence as captain.

Guimarães, who rarely engages in media controversy, broke from his usual restraint and made his feelings unmistakably clear.

Carragher’s Pre-Match Remarks Spark Reaction

Leading into the match, Carragher expressed doubt over Newcastle’s chances. On Sky Sports’ weekend preview show, he suggested that Burnley, hungry for survival points, could “surprise people,” and argued that Newcastle lacked “confidence and the leadership needed to manage tough moments.”

His remarks, which spread widely among supporters online, did not sit well with many inside the club. But Guimarães chose to reserve his response until after the final whistle.

The win brought relief, energy and confidence back to the home supporters. It also gave Guimarães the perfect platform to address Carragher’s criticism.

Bruno Guimarães: “Maybe Watch the Game Before Talking”

Speaking to reporters after the match, Guimarães was asked directly about Carragher’s comments. The captain paused briefly before giving a candid answer.

“I heard what he said,” Guimarães admitted. “Every week there is someone saying we do not have confidence or that I cannot lead this team. People talk a lot. Maybe sometimes they should watch us more closely before they make these predictions.”

The Brazilian went further, making it clear he felt the remarks had crossed a line.

“It is easy to sit in a studio and say a team will lose, or that a captain is not good enough,” he said. “But we are here working every day, fighting for this club, this shirt and these supporters. We showed today how much we care.”

His comments were measured, but the message was unmistakably sharp.

Carragher Responds on Social Media

Within two  hour of the final whistle, Carragher addressed the Newcastle captain’s words on social media.

He congratulated the team on their win and acknowledged Guimarães’ strong performance, but defended his earlier prediction as part of the job of a pundit.

“Bruno was excellent today,” Carragher posted. “My job is to analyse and give opinions. Sometimes I get them right, sometimes I don’t. Newcastle deserved the win.”

Whether the exchange ends there remains to be seen, but supporters of both clubs flooded timelines with debate over who was right to say what.

Howe Backs His Captain

Newcastle manager Eddie Howe also offered support for his captain, saying Guimarães’ leadership had been “outstanding.”

“Bruno leads by example,” Howe said. “He scores big goals, he sets the tempo, and he holds everyone together in difficult moments. If anyone questions that, today was the answer.”

When asked specifically about Carragher’s comments, Howe declined to escalate the debate, saying he had “great respect for pundits” but preferred to focus on the match itself.

A Captain Growing Into the Role

Guimarães’ willingness to respond publicly suggests a growing confidence and authority in his leadership position. This season has tested the club on multiple fronts, and the Brazilian has often been the one pushing the team on during difficult spells.

Saturday’s match may well mark a turning point not only for Newcastle’s league trajectory, but also for Guimarães’ perception among pundits and supporters beyond Tyneside.

Newcastle Reclaim Momentum

The victory keeps Newcastle within touching distance of the European places and injects much-needed momentum into the side. The unity between captain, squad and manager was evident long after the final whistle.

And while Carragher’s comments may have sparked the fire, it was Guimarães’ performance and passion that ultimately defined the day.