
Anthony Gordon
English footballer
Date of Birth | : | 24 February, 2001 (Age 24) |
Place of Birth | : | Liverpool, United Kingdom |
Profession | : | Footballer |
Nationality | : | British, English |
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Anthony Michael Gordon (অ্যান্টনি মাইকেল গর্ডন) is an English professional footballer who plays primarily as a winger for Premier League club Newcastle United and the England national team.
Gordon began his professional career with Everton, making his senior debut in December 2017 in a Europa League match, before joining Newcastle United in 2023.
Early life
Anthony Michael Gordon was born on 24 February 2001 in Liverpool, Merseyside, to Nadine and Keith Gordon. He is of Irish and Scottish descent.
International career
Having represented his country at U18 and U19 level, Gordon made his debut for the England under-20s during a 2–0 victory over Wales at St George's Park on 13 October 2020. On 5 November 2021, Gordon received his first call up for the England under-21s and scored twice on his debut, a 3–1 victory over Czech Republic at Turf Moor in 2023 UEFA European Under-21 Championship qualification on 11 November 2021.
On 14 June 2023, Gordon was included in the England squad for the 2023 UEFA European Under-21 Championship. He scored during a group stage victory over Israel and also recorded the only goal of the quarter-final against Portugal. On 8 July 2023, Gordon started in the final as England beat Spain to lift the trophy. Gordon was named Player of the Tournament and also chosen in the Team of the Tournament.
Gordon received his first call up for the England senior squad in March 2024 for friendlies against Brazil and Belgium. He made his debut on 23 March when starting England's 1–0 defeat to Brazil at Wembley Stadium. He was named in England's 26-man squad for UEFA Euro 2024.
Personal life
Gordon is in a relationship with Annie Keating. He became a father in 2023. Gordon has spoken about the importance of books in driving his success, with The Art of Winning by former New Zealand rugby player Dan Carter cited as one of his favourites.
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