Newcastle United winger ruled out of Everton Premier League clash
Fresh from making his senior England debut during the international break, Gordon returned to Newcastle's starting lineup on Saturday as was named Man of the Match as the Magpies came from two goals down to beat West Ham United 4-3 in a thrilling Premier League contest at St James Park.
Gordon was immediately involved in the action as he won a third-minute penalty for the hosts, which was converted by Alexander Isak following a lengthy VAR check.
West Ham responded well, though, as Michail Antonio restored parity before Mohammed Kudus and Jarrod Bowen netted within the space three minutes either side of half time.
In an enthralling and eventful contest that saw Newcastle trio Jamaal Lascelles, Valentino Livramento and Miguel Almiron all withdrawn due to injury, the Magpies admirably snatched victory from the jaws of defeat, netting three goals in the final 13 minutes.
The fightback began when Gordon was again adjudged to have been fouled inside the penalty area, this time by West Ham substitute Kalvin Phillips, and Isak stepped up again to pull one back for the Magpies.
Substitute Harvey Barnes then inspired Newcastle to a remarkable comeback, firstly slipping the ball under the legs of Lukasz Fabianski before firing a wonderful 20-yard strike into the far corner on the 90-minute mark to spark wild scenes in the Gallowgate End.
Newcastle managed to hold on in the 10 minutes of stoppage time, despite being reduced to 10 men as Gordon – who was booked earlier in the contest – was shown a second yellow card for needlessly kicking the ball away.
After receiving the first red card of his
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