England’s star player Anthony Gordon recently shared his thoughts on the viral, X-rated heckle directed at him by Mexico’s coach Javier Aguirre during a World Cup last-16 clash. The incident has been making waves on social media, with many fans and pundits weighing in on the matter.
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The dramatic night at Estadio Azteca saw England secure one of the country’s most memorable World Cup victories, overcoming numerous challenges to clinch a thrilling 3-2 win. The match was filled with moments that will be etched in the memories of fans and players alike, including an injury prank by John Stones on his manager and Harry Kane battling a lost voice.
Among the widely shared clips from the match was an incident involving eccentric Mexico boss Aguirre, who was seen bellowing Gordon’s name from the touchline before shouting a profanity with an unhinged smile. The Barcelona new boy revealed that he found the incident amusing, interpreting the remark as a compliment following the tense World Cup match.
‘I remembered it,’ Gordon said with a laugh. ‘It’s just a bit of fun. With all the heat and tension around the game, it was a bit of fun. I’d just run the full-back down the line, so it was a bit of a compliment from him. That’s how I took it anyway.’
Gordon added that Aguirre seemed like a ‘good guy,’ engaging with both him and Jude Bellingham throughout the match. He noted that Bellingham received even more attention from the opposition manager, whom he described as a ‘good character.’
‘Yeah, yeah (I’ve had it before),’ Gordon explained ahead of Saturday’s World Cup quarter-final against Norway in Miami. ‘I’ve never argued with a manager. Usually, they say things like that when you’ve done something good and they give me a compliment, or a compliment in not such a nice way like that one. I’ve had it a couple of times.’
Gordon has found his form in England’s last two matches after a quiet start to the tournament. He registered two assists after coming off the bench in England’s 2-1 win over DR Congo, before earning the match-winning penalty against Mexico on Sunday. He looks set to get the nod over Marcus Rashford again when England face Norway this weekend, with a semi-final spot up for grabs. England will be aiming to reach their second World Cup semi-final in eight years, while Norway have never reached this stage of the tournament before.
As Gordon prepares to take on Norway, he has spoken about the importance of staying focused and composed under pressure. Despite the attention from the opposition manager, Gordon remains committed to his team’s goals and is eager to contribute to their success in the World Cup.
Gordon’s comments have sparked a lot of debate among fans and pundits, with some defending the Mexico manager’s actions and others condemning them. The incident serves as a reminder of the intense emotions and high stakes involved in international football.
The England squad is looking forward to their quarter-final match against Norway, and Gordon is ready to give it his all in pursuit of a semi-final spot. With his recent form and the team’s determination, there’s no doubt that England will be a force to be reckoned with in the World Cup.
