"At this level, you see the squad changing all the time, players coming in, players leaving. I think you've almost got to be a bit paranoid that you're not going to get in because it pushes you even further. You've always got to challenge yourself because the lads you're competing with are always at the highest level because that's the level we're playing at."
"I never think I'm nailed in, but obviously it's a massive goal for me and one I'm pushing for. Coincidentally, it's a World Cup year and everyone seems to be flying. It's up to us as players to push ourselves as individuals and that ultimately challenges the next man in our position to do better again. I think it's more about the team."
Anthony Gordon is playing with a sense of paranoia to secure a place in England's World Cup squad amid intense competition under Thomas Tuchel. He made five appearances for England in 2025 and played a key role in the 5-0 win over Serbia, registering three shots on target and two successful dribbles. He has three goals in seven appearances for Newcastle this term after serving a three-match suspension for a straight red card against Liverpool. Thomas Tuchel has shown that no player is guaranteed selection, leaving Phil Foden, Jude Bellingham and Jack Grealish out of recent squads.
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