Gary Neville Thinks Anthony Gordon Is On His Way OUT: Why England's Stuttering Start Just Got Real

Alright, Seattle, buckle up, because even across the pond, the drama is heating up and we know a thing or two about intense sports drama in the Emerald City. England’s national football team just played Ghana to a goalless draw, and while defender Harry Maguire is trying to keep things chill, a former England legend, Gary Neville, just dropped a bombshell that changes the entire vibe. This isn't just a draw, folks, it’s a moment that could shake up their whole major tournament run.

Maguire's Cool Head vs. The Cold Reality

Maguire, a veteran who was there for the 2022 World Cup quarter-finals, is telling everyone not to freak out after that Tuesday stalemate in Boston. He’s drawing parallels to that 2022 campaign, remember when they beat Iran then got held by the United States? They still moved on after beating Wales. Maguire thinks the squad won't be "too downbeat," comparing it to drawing their second game against the USA last time. He said on The Rest Is Football podcast that they’ll look back and think, “we were disappointed, but we knew we were in control of the group, you go and play your third game, you win the game and everything’s forgotten about and you go on to the knockout.”

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He's basically saying, win the next one against Panama, and it's all good. He expects some "lads" to be disappointed with individual performances, sure, but as a group, "tomorrow will be a new day and they’ll just look forward to Panama and getting the win." That’s the kind of confidence you gotta have, right? Like when our own Sounders hit a rough patch, you know Cristian Roldan or Jordan Morris are looking to the next game to reset. But is that enough?

Gary Neville's Bombshell: Gordon On The Brink

Here’s where it gets spicy. While Maguire is trying to project calm, Gary Neville, another former England great, isn't holding back. He went on the Stick to Football podcast and singled out Anthony Gordon as the player under the most scrutiny. The 25-year-old winger, who made a big move to Barcelona from Newcastle before this tournament, has started both matches. But let's be real, the source says he's "struggled to make a significant impact."

Neville didn't mince words, saying, "Anthony Gordon, he’s probably the one that’s under the most pressure now." And here’s the kicker, the part that probably has England fans sweating like a July day at T-Mobile Park: "I think he’s the one who’s going to find it a little bit difficult to keep his spot." That’s not a good sign for a player expected to make a difference early in a major tournament. Talk about a cold dose of reality after a draw!

What's Next For England?

So, England’s got their work cut out for them. The focus is now squarely on their final Group L fixture against Panama, coming up on Saturday. They need to secure their spot in the knockout stages. You know the feeling, when every game counts, like when our Mariners are fighting early in the season, or the Seahawks are trying to find their rhythm with Sam Darnold and Jaxon Smith-Njigba. This Panama game isn't just about three points, it's about momentum, confidence, and proving they belong. Will Gordon keep his spot? Will Maguire's calm outlook be justified? We’ll find out Saturday, and you know we'll be watching!

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