Newcastle vs Liverpool: Anthony Gordon Apologizes After Tackle

Ohana Magazine – Newcastle United winger Anthony Gordon has issued a public apology after being sent off during his team’s 2-3 loss to Liverpool in the Premier League on Tuesday night, August 26, 2025. The 23-year-old received a straight red card following a dangerous tackle on Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk, leaving his teammates to fight with 10 men for more than half of the match.

From Yellow to Red: VAR Intervention

In the 43rd minute, Gordon lunged from behind at Van Dijk. Initially, the referee showed him a yellow card. However, after a review from the Video Assistant Referee (VAR), the decision changed to a red card due to the seriousness of the foul. The challenge left visible marks on Van Dijk’s shin, sparking outrage from Liverpool players and supporters.

Gordon’s Sincere Apology

After the match, Gordon took to social media to express his regret.

“I want to sincerely apologize to my teammates and the fans. My intention was only to bring energy into the game, but I mistimed the tackle badly,” Gordon wrote on Instagram.

He also directed his apology toward Van Dijk, adding:

“I would never deliberately tackle someone in that way. Virgil and I spoke afterward, and he understood my mistake.”

Impact on Newcastle’s Season

The suspension means Gordon will miss three crucial Premier League matches: against Leeds United (August 30), Wolverhampton Wanderers (September 13), and Bournemouth (September 20). His absence will be a huge blow for Newcastle, especially given his role as one of the team’s key attacking players this season.

Manager Eddie Howe acknowledged Gordon’s error but defended his commitment. “Anthony is a passionate player who always gives 100 percent. Unfortunately, his challenge was reckless, and we’ll miss him in the upcoming fixtures,” Howe said in his post-match interview.

Liverpool’s Resilient Victory

Despite the drama, Liverpool capitalized on Newcastle’s numerical disadvantage. Van Dijk continued after receiving treatment, and Liverpool fought back to secure a dramatic 3-2 win at St. James’ Park. The result strengthened their title push, while Newcastle’s campaign hit another frustrating setback.