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Anthony Gordon Injury Update: Newcastle United Striker Twists Ankle in Pre-Season Friendly

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Newcastle United striker Anthony Gordon suffered a twisted ankle in the closing stages of the 2-0 defeat to Atletico Madrid in a pre-season friendly at St James' Park on Saturday. The 24-year-old forward was withdrawn from the match and fears were raised that he may be out for the upcoming season opener against Aston Villa. However, Newcastle boss Eddie Howe played down the severity of the injury, stating that it was likely a "twist" and not a more serious muscle problem.

Gordon later echoed Howe's comments on social media, saying he was "glad to be back home" and that there were no problems with his ankle. With Alexander Isak likely to be unavailable, Gordon is set to start up front for Newcastle against Villa Park on Saturday.

Newcastle struggled last season without Isak, failing to win any of their four Premier League matches. The Magpies' last league victory without Isak came in February 2024, when they beat Nottingham Forest 3-2 at the City Ground.

Key Takeaways:

  • Anthony Gordon suffered a twisted ankle in the closing stages of the 2-0 defeat to Atletico Madrid in a pre-season friendly.
  • Gordon was withdrawn from the match and fears were raised that he may be out for the upcoming season opener against Aston Villa.
  • Newcastle boss Eddie Howe played down the severity of the injury, stating that it was likely a "twist" and not a more serious muscle problem.
  • Gordon later echoed Howe's comments on social media, saying he was "glad to be back home" and that there were no problems with his ankle.
  • Alexander Isak is likely to be unavailable for the season opener against Aston Villa, with Newcastle struggling last season without their striker.
  • Isak is still Newcastle's record signing, having joined from Real Sociedad in 2022 for £63million.

Statistics:

  • Newcastle United failed to win any of their four Premier League matches without Alexander Isak last season.
  • The Magpies' last league victory without Isak came in February 2024, when they beat Nottingham Forest 3-2 at the City Ground.
  • Anthony Gordon scored a penalty against Manchester City, the only goal Newcastle scored without Isak present last season.
  • Newcastle is set to face Aston Villa in their season opener, with Joe Willock ruled out with a calf injury suffered in South Korea.

Sources:

  • Shieldsgazette.com (https://www.shieldsgazette.com/newsletter)
  • Shieldsgazette.com (https://www.shieldsgazette.com/sport/football/newcastle-united/injury-news-aston-villa-5264521)

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