Anthony Gordon forced to pull out of England squad with hip problem

The Newcastle winger was injured after coming on as a substitute against Albania and had a scan on Saturday.

Anthony Gordon has withdrawn from England’s squad with a hip injury. Pic: Adam Davy/PA

Injury has forced Newcastle winger Anthony Gordon to pull out of England’s squad for the World Cup qualifier against Latvia.

The 24-year-old came off the bench late in Friday’s 2-0 win over Albania but sustained a hip problem which saw him limp off down the tunnel at the final whistle.