Anthony Gordon made history for Newcastle United by scoring four goals in a Champions League match.
The England player not only secured a significant victory but also made his mark in the club’s European records.
Anthony Gordon breaks three Newcastle United UCL records
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Gordon’s performance in the Champions League was groundbreaking for Newcastle United. Fabrizio Romano shared the milestones highlighted by the winger.
He now holds the record for the most UCL appearances for Newcastle with 15. He also set the record for the fastest goal in the club’s UCL history, scoring just 122 seconds into the match.
Additionally, he has achieved a new record for the most UCL goals in a single Newcastle season, totaling 10.
These achievements reflect his growing influence on the European stage and provide hope for the club’s future.
Newcastle United thrash Qarabag FK 6-1 in UCL
Gordon’s four goals contributed to Newcastle United’s impressive 6-1 win over Qarabag FK.
The match at St James’ Park was essentially decided early with Gordon’s opening goal. Newcastle dominated possession, applied constant pressure, and overwhelmed Qarabag with aggressive attacking play.
The team added more goals before halftime and continued to control the game after the break, leaving little chance for a comeback.
This result not only improved Newcastle’s position in their Champions League group but also highlighted their attacking strength in a European setting.
A six-goal performance in the competition demonstrates their intent, and Gordon’s record-breaking night will be remembered as one of the club’s best UCL performances.
For Newcastle, this was more than a win; it showcased their ambitions in Europe and the ability of their players to deliver outstanding moments.