England forward Anthony Gordon has revealed that he plans to do a cycling-themed celebration if he scores at Euro 2024. This decision comes after an unfortunate electric bike accident in camp. Gordon suffered grazes and cuts after coming to a sudden stop and flying “10 feet in the air, chin first” while recording a video message for his family. Reflecting on the incident, Gordon emphasized the dangers of excessive phone usage and encouraged others to enjoy the present moment without a phone.
Despite the accident, Gordon assured that his injuries are not severe and he is available for England’s last-16 game against Slovakia. When asked if he would commemorate the incident with a celebration, Gordon jokingly suggested putting stabilizers next to the pitch and giving credit to the media for the idea.
In addition to discussing his biking mishap, Gordon addressed the criticism faced by England’s performance in the group stage of Euro 2024. The team has been questioned for their style of play and was booed by supporters after a goalless draw with Slovenia. Supporters are calling for changes in the team’s attack to improve their performance.
However, Gordon views criticism as a positive thing, as it indicates that people have high expectations for the team. He believes that the best way to silence criticism is to perform well and give people what they want to see. Gordon made his debut for England in March and has had an impressive season with Newcastle, scoring 12 goals and providing 11 assists in 48 games.
Despite his strong performances, Gordon understands that there is tough competition for playing time in the forward positions. He played his first minutes of the competition as a late substitute in England’s final group game against Slovenia, catching the eye of many, including former England captain Wayne Rooney, who called for him to start. However, Gordon prefers to focus on giving his best in training and making the selection process difficult for manager Gareth Southgate.
In terms of the team’s left-back position, which has been a topic of debate, Gordon expressed his disagreement with the suggestion of putting him, a right-footed winger, in that position. Former England international Ian Wright proposed this idea to provide balance to the team. However, Gordon believes that it is ultimately up to Southgate to decide and trusts whatever selection he makes.
Overall, Anthony Gordon’s cycling-themed celebration plan adds a touch of humor to his Euro 2024 journey, following his bike accident. His perspective on criticism and dedication to giving his best in training demonstrates his commitment to the England team. As the tournament progresses, fans will be eager to see if Gordon gets the opportunity to showcase his skills on the pitch and whether his celebration idea becomes a reality.