Anthony Gordon Triumphs Over Arsenal Duo in England Training Session

Newcastle United‘s Anthony Gordon has emerged victorious in a friendly training competition against Arsenal‘s Bukayo Saka and Declan Rice, as the England team prepares for their upcoming Nations League fixture against Greece. This marks an important moment for Gordon, who is seeking to secure his spot in the starting lineup under interim manager Lee Carsley.

The Three Lions have released a training video showcasing the high spirits and competitive edge within the squad. Gordon, teaming up with Lille midfielder Angel Gomes, faced off against the Arsenal duo in a shooting drill designed to bolster player morale and precision. The challenge was simple: score as many goals as possible, with the losing pair obligated to serve lunch to the victors.

Initially, Rice and Saka appeared to dominate the session. However, with some key interventions, the tide turned in favor of Gordon and Gomes. Goalkeepers Dean Henderson and Nick Pope took turns defending the goal, with Pope executing some impressive saves against Rice and Saka, allowing Gordon the opportunity to clinch victory.

As the training progressed, Gordon’s sharp shooting was evident, offering a positive outlook for his potential inclusion in the match against Greece. It has been speculated that Carsley might use Gordon out wide, while Jude Bellingham could operate as a false nine, compensating for the absence of star striker Harry Kane.

This training session comes ahead of Newcastle’s highly anticipated Premier League clash against Arsenal on November 2nd at St James’ Park. The previous encounter between the two teams ended controversially, with Gordon scoring the decisive goal that was heavily disputed by Arsenal due to claims of a foul and ball out-of-bounds in the build-up.

Arsenal’s Declan Rice and Bukayo Saka, despite their setback in training, remain integral to both their club and country’s setups, boasting 102 England caps between them. Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta will hope that the duo’s camaraderie and form continue to contribute positively both internationally and domestically.