Overview
- Anthony Gordon won the penalty that Harry Kane converted in England’s 3-2 victory over Mexico at the Azteca Stadium on Monday, a play that decided the last‑16 tie.
- Gordon delivered a high-energy all‑round game with the match’s fastest top speed (reported 35.7 km/h), 41 touches, successful dribbles and seven completed passes, plus four ball recoveries and nine ground duels won.
- Reports differ on the transfer cost but say Barcelona signed Gordon from Newcastle this summer for figures cited around £70m to €80m with additional add‑ons and registration details under discussion.
- Spanish outlets that had criticised his early World Cup starts, including Sport and Mundo Deportivo, quickly published positive reassessments after his Azteca performance.
- The performance restores momentum for Gordon as he returns to Barcelona and raises expectations that he will arrive at the club on strong form while competing for a starting role.