Anthony Gordon reflected on his and the team’s work for England against Spain.
The Nations League opener saw Gordon grab the equalising goal for the Three Lions after they fell behind to a second-minute Lamine Yamal strike.
Harry Kane put them into the lead, but his missed penalty meant the hosts spurned a massive opportunity to go 3-1 up. Álex Baena then banked a goal after another unnecessary turnover, before Mikel Oyarzabal got the winning goal for La Roja.
‘A great game to play in’
Gordon’s direct, electric style on the ball and physicality was one of the indications that the England team have the tools to trouble top teams, and that positivity needs to be carried into future fixtures.
"Good game, one I thought we were in control of. The penalty is a massive moment. If that goes in we are in a much better position than when it doesn't but obviously H [Harry Kane] slips and there is nothing you can do about a moment like that.
“I think [Kane scoring the penalty] puts us in a great position to go and get more. We were hungry for more. We came out for the throat, for the kill, and we did that. Penalties happen. He never really misses so we'll let him off with that one.
“All of their goals came from us. At that level you can't afford to do that. It was a bit of a rollercoaster in the match. It must have been a great game to watch for the fans, it was a great game to play in.
"It was a bit of a missed chance. I thought it was a great game to watch and to play in, some of the attacking play was at the highest level. But I think in a game like that mistakes cost you.
“You always feel like it's you're giving it away rather than them winning it. But of course, you could argue both teams because they were as good as us and we were as good as them. I'm just gutted about the mistakes.
Gordon on his substitution
"I'm always disappointed when I come off only just because I want to score more goals and be part of every part of the game. I want to get more assists and excite people who are watching me.
“Tonight I felt like it was maybe the right decision because I felt a bit tired. I'd done a lot of long distance running at high speed so tonight I have no complaints with the manager taking me off."
