Newcastle United winger Anthony Gordon has been given some incredible news on Thursday, as he received his first ever call up to the England squad.
The 23-year-old has been named in Gareth Southgate’s squad for the upcoming friendlies against Brazil and Belgium, and is the only Newcastle United player in the squad.
There was hope last week that he would be included for the first time, but suddenly doubts emerged when he picked up a knee injury during the defeat to Chelsea.
But it has been determined that the injury is not serious, and now Anthony Gordon is in the England squad.
It is exactly what he deserves, having played so well for Newcastle United this season. He has got 10 goals and seven assists in all competitions, with this proving to be the best campaign of his career.
Anthony Gordon really deserves place in England squad
Now the season is getting even better for Gordon, as he takes a giant step towards representing his country at the Euros this summer. He now has a chance to prove himself at international level, as he bids to be involved in the tournament in Germany later this year.
It is an incredible achievement for Gordon, and it proves that hard work pays off. He has transformed himself as a player over the past 12 months, becoming a real superstar for Newcastle.
Toon fans are buzzing for Gordon, including club legend Alan Shearer, who has been calling for Southgate to include him in the squad. He has taken to X to deliver a message to Gordon following the England squad announcement.
Shearer wrote: “Very well deserved Anthony Gordon, congratulations.”
Alan Shearer is right about Anthony Gordon
Shearer is right, Gordon really does deserve it. Now we have to hope he seizes his opportunity and proves that he should be an England regular.
This moment has been coming for a long time. It has always felt like when rather than if, and now it has arrived.
Gordon should be so proud of himself, especially after the hard work he put in last summer with the England Under-21s. Now he will get the chance to make his senior debut and complete his international journey.
It is also excellent news for Newcastle, as Gordon’s selection would suggest that his knee injury is nothing to worry about.
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