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Gordon comments on Aguirre's heckle during World Cup match against Mexico

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 10, 2026, 6:37 AM

Last updated Jul 10, 2026

Gordon comments on Aguirre's heckle during World Cup match against Mexico

Summary

England winger Anthony Gordon responded to a viral moment involving former Mexico boss Javier Aguirre during their World Cup match at Azteca Stadium. Aguirre directed an explicit comment towards Gordon during a hydration break, which both laughed off. Gordon described the incident as 'just a bit of fun' and a 'compliment,' reflecting on the match's tense atmosphere. The encounter took place during England's dramatic 3-2 victory that secured their advancement to the quarter-finals against Norway, scheduled for July 11.

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By the Numbers

•Gordon moved from Newcastle United to Barcelona this summer.
•Bellingham scored twice for England, leading them 2-0.
•Quinones and Jimenez scored for Mexico, making the final score 3-2.
•England's next match is against Norway on July 11.
•Javier Aguirre has been replaced by Rafael Marquez as Mexico manager.

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6:37 AMYahoo Sports — Mexico boss' explicit heckle 'a bit of fun' - Gordon
6:36 AMBBC Sport — Mexico boss' explicit heckle a bit of fun - Gordon

What they're saying

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England winger Anthony Gordon says being sworn at by Mexico boss Javier Aguirre in a viral moment of their World Cup match was "just a bit of fun".
— BBC Sport