Stay up to date with notifications from The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleAnthony Gordon has praised the current England squad as the "best group I have been a part of by a country mile," highlighting a strong sense of unity and chemistry both on and off the pitch. The Barcelona winger said on the latest episode of Extra Time that this powerful camaraderie is a key factor in the team's success at the World Cup, which was evident in their dramatic last-16 victory against Mexico at the Azteca Stadium, where they played over 40 minutes with 10 men. Manager Thomas Tuchel has frequently spoken about fostering a "brotherhood" among the players, a sentiment echoed by Gordon, who noted the team's commitment to holding each other accountable for high standards. Gordon has been a pivotal figure in England's progression to the quarter-finals, providing two assists for Harry Kane against the Democratic Republic of Congo and winning the decisive penalty against Mexico, which Kane converted. The Liverpudlian is keen to enhance his goalscoring abilities and has been seeking guidance from captain Kane, aiming to improve his finishing through practice and learning from Kane's technique. In fullAnthony Gordon hails ‘amazing’ England World Cup team spirit and reveals advice from Harry KaneMore bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in
Anthony Gordon outlines key to England’s World Cup success
Stay up to date with notifications from The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleAnthony Gordon has praised the current England squad as the "best group I have been a part of by a country mile," highlighting a strong sense of unity and chemistry both on and off the pitch. The Barcelona winger said on the latest episode of Extra Time that this powerful camaraderie is a key factor in the team's success at the World Cup, which was evident in their dramatic last-16 victory against Mexico at the Azteca Stadium, where they played over 40 minutes with 10 men. Manager Thomas Tuchel has frequently spoken about fostering a "brotherhood" among the players, a sentiment echoed by Gordon, who noted the team's commitment to holding each other accountable for high standards. Gordon has been a pivotal figure in England's progression to the quarter-finals, providing two assists for Harry Kane against the Democratic Republic of Congo and winning the decisive penalty against Mexico, which Kane converted. The Liverpudlian is keen to enhance his goalscoring abilities and has been seeking guidance from captain Kane, aiming to improve his finishing through practice and learning from Kane's technique. In fullAnthony Gordon hails ‘amazing’ England World Cup team spirit and reveals advice from Harry KaneMore bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in
