Anthony Gordon’s Injury Update: Eddie Howe’s Statement Following Draw with Luton
In a thrilling match between Newcastle and Luton, Anthony Gordon suffered an ankle injury that forced him to be substituted at halftime. The Magpies’ manager, Eddie Howe, confirmed the injury but expressed uncertainty about its severity.
The game ended in a 4-4 draw, with both teams taking turns in the lead. Sean Longstaff opened the scoring in the seventh minute, and Harvey Barnes sealed the match with a goal in the 73rd minute. However, it was Gordon’s injury that became a talking point after the match.
According to Howe, Gordon twisted his ankle during the game, although he was unsure about the exact incident. At halftime, the young player was in a lot of pain and made the decision to come off. Howe hopes that the injury is not too serious but acknowledges that they will be missing Gordon for some time.
The match also saw the return of two injured players for Newcastle. Callum Wilson played his first game since December, while Barnes made his Premier League appearance after being sidelined since September. Howe expressed frustration at the constant cycle of getting players back only to lose someone else to injury.
“It seems like we get one back then lose another one,” said Howe, highlighting the team’s struggle to reach full strength. Despite having Wilson and Barnes on the bench, they had to cope with the loss of Gordon. Howe hopes that Gordon’s injury is not serious and that Wilson and Barnes came through their cameo appearances without any issues.
Injuries have been a recurring problem for many Premier League teams this season, and Newcastle is no exception. The team has had to deal with several key players being sidelined at different points throughout the campaign. Howe’s frustration reflects the challenges faced by managers in maintaining a fully fit squad throughout a demanding season.
As the season progresses, it will be crucial for Newcastle to manage their players’ fitness and ensure that they have enough depth in the squad to cope with injuries. The return of Wilson and Barnes is undoubtedly a positive sign, but they will need all their key players available if they aim to achieve their goals for the season.
In the meantime, fans will be eagerly awaiting updates on Gordon’s injury and hoping for a swift recovery. Newcastle’s next fixtures will be crucial, and they will need all the firepower they can muster to secure positive results.