World Cup 2026: Anthony Gordon says Javier Aguirre swearing off ‘a bit of fun’

England winger Anthony Gordon says swearing at Mexico boss Javier Aguirre in a viral moment during their World Cup match was “a bit funny” and “appreciated”.

During a first-half hydration break, Aguirre first spoke to midfielder Jude Bellingham before calling on Gordon as they both neared the touchline. During England’s dramatic 3-2 win In the last 16 at the Azteca Stadium.

The 67-year-old made a pointed comment to the forward before they both burst into laughter.

“I remember that,” Gordon said Moved to Barcelona from Newcastle United this summer. “It’s just a bit of fun.

“With all the heat and excitement around the game, it was a bit of fun.

“I was just running full-back down the line so it was a bit of a compliment from him. I took it anyway.”

It was one of several funny moments from the match that were widely shared on social media, including Harry Kane’s post-match interview after losing his voice and England defender John Stones feigns injury.

Bellingham scored twice to give England a 2-0 lead before Julian Quinones pulled one back for the World Cup co-hosts.

Jarrell Kwansah was red-carded for England, who restored their two-goal advantage with a Kane penalty.

Raul Jimenez put Mexico 3-2 ahead from the spot-kick before England set up a thrilling final to secure a quarter-final against Norway on Saturday 11 July (22:00 BST).

Aguirre, who previously led Atlético Madrid, Mallorca and Espanyol in a 31-year managerial career, has since left his post and been replaced by Rafael Marquez.

“He seemed like a good guy, he was talking to me and Judd throughout the game,” Gordon added.

“There was a lot of excitement in the game so speaking to me and Jude, I quite liked it.”