Anthony Gordon Withdraws from England Squad Due to Hip Injury

Newcastle winger Anthony Gordon has withdrawn from the England squad for the upcoming World Cup qualifier against Latvia due to a hip injury sustained during the team's 2-0 victory over Albania. Gordon, who came on as a late substitute in the match, was helped off the pitch after the final whistle and underwent a scan the following day. England's manager Thomas Tuchel expressed concerns about the injury, indicating it appeared serious. An official statement confirmed that Gordon has returned to his club for further medical assessment. He is also suspended for Newcastle's next match against Brentford, with his availability for future games still uncertain. This injury adds to the challenges faced by Newcastle during the international break, as other players are already sidelined.