Anthony Gordon’s Hamstring Injury Deepens Newcastle’s Ongoing Injury Crisis
Newcastle United is grappling with a severe injury crisis following the recent hamstring injury to winger Anthony Gordon. Gordon sustained the injury in the first half of the Carabao Cup semi-final against Manchester City, prompting concern for the Magpies’ future competitions.
Details of the Injury Incident
During a tense match, Gordon was injured while chasing a long ball from Aaron Ramsdale. At the 43-minute mark, he signaled to Manchester City’s Phil Foden that he could not continue. Medical staff promptly attended to Gordon, focusing on his left hamstring. Despite his efforts, the 24-year-old had to leave the pitch and was substituted by Harvey Barnes before halftime.
Match Context
Prior to Gordon’s exit, Manchester City had already established a commanding 5-0 aggregate lead, thanks to goals from Omar Marmoush and Tijjani Reijnders. Although Gordon’s substitution likely did not affect the outcome of the match, it raises significant concerns for Newcastle’s performance in upcoming competitions.
Impact on Newcastle United’s Season
With Anthony Gordon sidelined, Newcastle faces additional challenges as several key players are also out with injuries. Captain Bruno Guimaraes, midfielder Joelinton, and defenders Lewis Mileu, Emil Krafth, Tino Livramento, and Fabian Schar are among those currently unavailable.
Upcoming Fixtures
- FA Cup Fourth Round: Scheduled for February 14 against Aston Villa.
- Champions League Play-Offs: Two-legged matches against Qarabag on February 18 and 24.
February promises to be a critical month for the Magpies, who are currently experiencing a three-match winless streak in the league. The extent of Gordon’s hamstring injury remains unclear, but recovery times for similar injuries typically range from four to 12 weeks.
As Newcastle United navigates this injury crisis, the team’s resilience will be tested in both domestic and international competitions. With each passing match, the urgency for the club to return to winning ways has never been greater.
