“Newcastle’s Big Call on Anthony Gordon Ahead of Carabao Cup Final Ban”
Liverpool fans are experiencing a quieter month in terms of fixtures, but many are already making plans for another trip to Wembley—though Anthony Gordon might not be joining them.
With the Reds out of the FA Cup, they had the weekend off, while Newcastle faced Brighton in a match that ended in disappointment for the Magpies. Not only were they eliminated, but they also saw Gordon receive a red card, ruling him out of the Carabao Cup final.
The Scouser was sent off for shoving Brighton defender Jan Paul van Hecke’s head, a straight red that could prove costly. However, the story may not end there. According to BBC Sport, Newcastle are considering an appeal against the decision in hopes of overturning his suspension.
While it remains to be seen if the club follows through, the nature of the incident suggests their chances of success are slim. That said, delaying the appeal process could be a tactical move. If Newcastle were to submit it late, they might extend the timeline long enough for Gordon to be available for the final while the decision is reviewed.
A similar situation occurred with Arne Slot, who, despite receiving a red card, remained on the sidelines for three matches while administrative procedures played out. With two weeks between Gordon’s red card and the showdown with Liverpool, plus just one Premier League round in between, a verdict should arrive before the final.
Meanwhile, Newcastle have been boosted by the return of Alexander Isak and Joelinton, who both missed the recent Anfield clash. Their squad is looking stronger, but the question remains—will the former Everton winger, who was once close to a move to Liverpool, be part of the lineup at Wembley?