Anthony Gordon was at the heart of England's stunning 7-0 triumph over Croatia in the Nations League, securing his place as one of the stars of the match with a goal and an assist.
It was a performance for the ages from England, with Harry Kane and Bukayo Saka both netting twice and providing an assist, while Jude Bellingham scored and supplied two assists. Gordon capped off the evening with a goal and an assist of his own, while Morgan Rogers added a seventh after coming off the bench.
The Spanish media were particularly mesmerised by Gordon's involvement in England's second goal. Following Saka’s delivery, he skillfully controlled the ball, turned, and set it up perfectly for Bellingham to fire home.
Mundo Deportivo praised this moment:
Gordon executed a seemingly impossible touch, spun around, and laid the ball off to Bellingham, who could simply tap it into almost an empty net.
Likewise, SPORT highlighted the Englishman's technical prowess:
Gordon produced a little miracle. With one fluid motion, he spun and accurately set up Bellingham with his left foot.
The Spanish press didn't stop there, with AS naming Gordon one of the standout players alongside Bellingham, while SPORT commended his consistent performance down the left flank.
The publication noted:
As always quick, he tirelessly worked the left side, leaving defenders in his wake. He was beating players, working well with his teammates, and found the net once more.
Gordon's goal came from a header at the far post, earning him the nickname 'The Gordon Show' from Mundo Deportivo for his overall performance.
With eight goal involvements in his last seven matches for the national team, Gordon is certainly making his mark, though he is still waiting to score his first goal for Barcelona since his switch to the Spanish club.
