Anthony Gordon goes off with worrying injury in major blow to Newcastle and England

Anthony Gordon has given Eddie Howe a fresh injury headache after he went off injured for Newcastle against Manchester City.

Gordon exited the contest late in the first half and was replaced by Harvey Barnes.

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As the winger lay on the turf, Gordon appeared to indicate to those around him he had hurt his hamstring.

The timing of Gordon’s injury is also slightly worrisome given the World Cup is only four months away.

With the March international window looming and a swathe of other English stars looking to stake their claim for a spot in Thomas Tuchel’s squad, Gordon will hope it is only a minor issue.

Gordon’s departure came with Newcastle down 3-0 on the night in the second leg of their Carabao Cup semi-final.

City’s three first-half strikes, courtesy of a double from Omar Marmoush and a strike from Tijjani Reijnders, boosted their aggregate lead to 5-0.

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